Which of the following statements is true regarding persuasive authorities?

A) Persuasive authorities are binding on all courts.
B) Persuasive authorities are not binding on a court.
C) Persuasive authorities are the same as binding authorities.
D) None of these choices is correct.

Persuasive Authorities

Legal sources that can influence a decision but are not binding on the court, such as cases from other jurisdictions or legal treatises.

Binding

Having legal force or effect; obligating parties to comply with the terms set forth in a contract or agreement.

Courts

The governmental institutions authorized to settle disputes between parties in legal matters.