An opinion prepared by a judge who supports the court's decision, but wishes to in some way clarify, emphasize, or offer different reasons is known as which of the following?

A) Majority opinion
B) Dissenting opinion
C) A plurality opinion
D) A concurring opinion
E) A unanimous opinion

Concurring Opinion

A concurring opinion is a legal document written by a judge or justice who agrees with the conclusion of the majority in a case but for different reasons.

Majority Opinion

The judicial opinion agreed to by more than half of the members of a court, setting forth the decision of the court.

Dissenting Opinion

A written statement by a judge or a group of judges who disagree with the majority's decision in a legal case.