Which of the following is an argument in favour of the literal approach to statutory interpretation of a legal text?
A) It is unreasonable to assume that every text has been carefully drafted.It is possible that a reader will encounter inconsistency or ambiguity in a text.
B) The law is made by Parliament and it is our duty to obey that law in accordance with the ordinary and natural meaning of the language used to express the law.
C) The ordinary and natural meaning of the words used in the text will not always reveal the meaning of the text.
D) The provisions of the Commonwealth Acts Interpretation Act may be criticised as an inappropriate attempt by the legislature to intrude on the judiciary's role in the interpretation of legislation.
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