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Social Science: Law and Justice
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Which of the following is not a characteristic of a common law system?
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Statutes are the primary source of law.
💡 Explanation:
In a common law system, judges make decisions based on precedent, juries are used in criminal trials, and the burden of proof lies with the prosecution. Statutes are not the primary source of law in a common law system.