Court Reporter Practice Exam

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Which term refers to the body or essence of a legal matter?

Corpus
Cum laude
De facto
Ergo

The correct answer is: Corpus

The term that refers to the body or essence of a legal matter is "Corpus." In legal terminology, "corpus" is often used to denote the fundamental substance or core of a legal issue, case, or argument. It derives from Latin, meaning "body," and is commonly seen in phrases such as "corpus delicti," which means the body of the crime, referring to the essential facts that constitute a crime. Considering the other terms, "cum laude" is a Latin phrase meaning "with honor" and is typically used in academic contexts to denote a degree awarded with honor. "De facto" means "in fact" or "in practice" but not necessarily ordained by law, often used to describe situations that exist in reality, even if not legally recognized. "Ergo" translates to "therefore" and is frequently used in logical arguments to conclude a point. Each of these terms has its specific context and application, which differentiates them from the concept of "corpus" as it relates to the essence of a legal matter.