Which one of the following conditions is not necessary for the principle of prejudicial justice to apply?

The parties are equal in the preceding and subsequent suits

The previous suit was heard by a competent court and finally decided

The previous suit is pending before a court

The contents of the preceding and subsequent suits are the same

Which one of the following conditions is not necessary for the princip

1.	Which one of the following conditions is not necessary for the principle of prejudicial justice to apply?
A.	The previous suit was heard by a competent court and finally decided
B.	The previous suit is pending before a court
C.	The parties are equal in the preceding and subsequent suits
D.	The contents of the preceding and subsequent suits are the same
Answer» C. The parties are equal in the preceding and subsequent suits