The opinion of a court laying out the official position of the court in the case is known as which of the following?

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The majority opinion is the official position of the court in the case and represents the views of the majority of the judges. It is the opinion that ultimately decides the case and forms the basis for future decisions. Dissenting and minority opinions are written by judges who disagreed with the majority decision. Primary and prevailing jurisdiction refer to legal concepts related to which court has authority over a particular case.

The Opinion of a Court Laying Out the Official Position