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Question 1

A plaintiff from Iowa sues a defendant from Minnesota in federal court in Minnesota, alleging a state-law breach of contract and seeking $90,000 in damages. The defendant moves to dismiss for lack of subject-matter jurisdiction. How should the court rule?

Deny the motion, because diversity of citizenship exists and the amount in controversy exceeds $75,000 Dismiss, because the amount in controversy does not exceed $75,000 Dismiss, because there is no federal question presented Deny the motion, because both parties consented to federal jurisdiction by filing

Correct Answer:

Deny the motion, because diversity of citizenship exists and the amount in controversy exceeds $75,000

Question 2

A corporation incorporated in Delaware with its principal place of business in Minnesota is sued in federal court. For diversity purposes, of which state(s) is the corporation a citizen?

Delaware only Minnesota only Both Delaware and Minnesota Whichever state the plaintiff selects

Correct Answer:

Both Delaware and Minnesota

Question 3

A federal court sitting in diversity must decide which law governs the substantive issues in a tort case. Under the Erie doctrine, what law applies?

Federal common law developed by the federal courts Whichever state's law produces the most equitable result A uniform body of federal substantive law applicable nationwide The substantive law of the state in which the federal court sits, including its choice-of-law rules

Correct Answer:

The substantive law of the state in which the federal court sits, including its choice-of-law rules

Question 4

A defendant who has never set foot in the forum state operated a website that knowingly shipped products to thousands of customers in that state. A buyer there sues for a product defect. Which test determines whether the forum may exercise personal jurisdiction?

Whether the defendant has minimum contacts such that suit does not offend traditional notions of fair play and substantial justice Whether the defendant is physically present and served within the state Whether the plaintiff resides in the forum state Whether the defendant has consented in writing to jurisdiction

Correct Answer:

Whether the defendant has minimum contacts such that suit does not offend traditional notions of fair play and substantial justice

Question 5

A plaintiff files a complaint in federal court. The defendant believes the complaint, even if true, states no legally cognizable claim. Which motion should the defendant file?

A motion for summary judgment under Rule 56 A motion to dismiss for failure to state a claim under Rule 12(b)(6) A motion for judgment as a matter of law under Rule 50 A motion for a more definite statement under Rule 12(e)

Correct Answer:

A motion to dismiss for failure to state a claim under Rule 12(b)(6)

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