When writing the answer to following short-answer essay question - Please:

Write the answer as if you were explaining the answer to me who is learning the material for the first time;

Clearly answer the questions asked;

Explain the rationale behind your answer; and

Provide example(s) that justify, or further explain, the answer to the question where applicable.

Successful answers will incorporate all components.

1. Briefly explain what a law is, what the general purposes of law are and why you think that law is, or is not, important; and

2. For each of the following actions, describe the sources of law the individuals should consult:

a.	renting a carpet cleaning machine at a local business
b.	understanding the meaning of a vague statute
c.	obtaining a driver's license
d.	filing a form created by a federal agency