"Might have been" is the link verb phrase.
A phrase or opinion that is overused and betrays a lack of original thought. I hope this helps :)
The simple predicate is may surprise
The answer to the question you have presented above would be letter a. To show that other cases with similar circumstances came to a similar decision. Justices use precedents in majority opinions and dissents in order t<span>o show that other cases with similar circumstances came to a similar decision.</span>
B. The plan was presented to the town council
The other two answers have a negative connotation, shown by the words "Impractical" and "Forced"
