In deciding a case of first impression, appropriate sources for a court to consider include all of the following except
A)legal authorities that are not binding on the court.
B)issues of fairness.
C)government policy based on widely held social values.
D)a poll of those present in the courtroom at the time of the decision.

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In deciding a case of first impression, courts typically consider legal authorities (even if not binding), issues of fairness, and government policies reflecting social values, but not the opinions of those present in the courtroom, as legal decisions are based on law and precedent, not on popular opinion.

In Deciding a Case of First Impression, Appropriate Sources for a Court