Select the two statements which are TRUE in relation to the ratio decidendi of a New Zealand court decision:

Group of answer choices

The ratio decidendi must be followed by every court in the New Zealand court system.

Whether on not the ratio decidendi is binding will depend on the court which gave the court decision.

The ratio decidendi will have persuasive authority only in relation to lower courts.

The ratio decidendi will be binding on lower courts.

The ratio decidendi does need to be followed by lower courts even if the material facts can be distinguished.

The ratio decidendi will be clear for future courts to follow.