Which of the following statements is true regarding legal realism?
A) The theory of legal realism is based on the premise that society's ideas change over time and law should reflect a compromise between the changing, often conflicting, interests of society.
B) The theory underlying legal realism is that there is a discoverable set of absolute right and wrong principles upon which our laws should be based.
C) According to the theory of legal realism, law derives its status as law from the fact that it has been enacted by the sovereign with the power to enforce his or her wishes.
D) According to the theory of legal realism, law follows what people actually do.

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For legal realists, actual experience is the key to determining what law should be. What is actually done is important for them, rather than what the law says should be done.

Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding Legal Realism