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    Question

    Which of the following rules of interpretation is

    applied when the words of a statute are clear and unambiguous, and there is no need to infer the intention of the legislature?
    A Mischief Rule Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Golden Rule Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Literal Rule Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Purposive Rule Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Harmonious Construction Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    тАв The Literal Rule requires that statutes be interpreted using the plain, ordinary meaning of the language, without delving into external sources or inferring legislative intent, unless ambiguity exists. тАв This rule reflects the principle that the legislature's intention is best expressed through the actual words used in the statute. тАв Only when the literal interpretation leads to an absurd result, the Golden Rule may be applied.

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