The practice in law-governed societies in which laws are known and understood, and there is an ability to appeal to higher authorities to ensure that the laws are applied correctly is called:
A)liability.
B)due process.
C)the courts of appeal.
D)accountability.

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Due process is the term used to describe the fair and transparent legal process in which laws are known and understood, and citizens can appeal to higher authorities if they believe laws are not being applied correctly. Liability refers to being held responsible for one's actions, accountability refers to being answerable for one's actions, and the courts of appeal are a component of the legal system that allow for appeals to higher courts.

The Practice in Law-Governed Societies in Which Laws Are Known