The Term Amicus Curiae (Friend of the Court) Brief Refers

The term amicus curiae (friend of the court) brief refers to

A) arguments by those interested in the outcome of a case but who are not parties to the case.
B) a request that the Supreme Court order a lower court to send up the records of a case.
C) a Supreme Court order barring further testimony during oral arguments.
D) the belief that the Supreme Court should actively practice judicial review.
E) None of the above is true.