Questão 96549

In the complex tapestry of constitutional law, the principle of 'stare decisis' ensures consistency by compelling courts to follow precedents. This doctrine, however, is not absolute. The Supreme Court can, and occasionally does, overturn its own prior rulings when they are deemed unworkable or profoundly erroneous. Such reversals are momentous, often reflecting significant shifts in societal values or legal interpretation. Nevertheless, the stability provided by precedent must sometimes yield to the imperative of correcting grave injustices or adapting the law to new realities.

Which option best completes the passage, indicating that the final sentence is a consequence or summary of the preceding discussion?