The plain meaning approach to interpretation is
A) an approach that asks members of the jury to determine the plain meaning of words.
B) an approach that focuses on identifying the context of the words used, and then determining the meaning of the words in accordance with the context.
C) an approach that restricts the interpretation to the purpose of the parties.
D) an approach that restricts the interpretation to plain meaning that the parties intended.
E) an approach that restricts the interpretation to the ordinary or plain meaning of the words.

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The plain meaning approach to interpretation restricts the interpretation to the ordinary or plain meaning of the words used. It does not take into consideration the context or purpose of the parties.

The Plain Meaning Approach to Interpretation Is