Court Reporter Practice Exam

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Which term describes a request made in "good faith"?

Bona fide
Ad hoc
In camera
In situ

The correct answer is: Bona fide

The term that accurately describes a request made in "good faith" is "bona fide." This Latin phrase translates to "in good faith" and is commonly used in legal contexts to signify sincerity or genuineness in intentions. When a request is characterized as bona fide, it indicates that the party making the request is doing so with honesty and without the intention of deceit or misrepresentation. The other terms, while used in legal and formal contexts, do not convey the same meaning. "Ad hoc" refers to something created or done for a particular purpose, often temporarily or specifically tailored to a unique situation. "In camera" means in private or in a judge's chambers, usually referring to matters not made public. "In situ" translates to "in the original place" and is often used in scientific or environmental contexts to refer to something existing in its natural state. Thus, "bona fide" remains the term that directly correlates with the notion of good faith.