Compared with the decision in a Supreme Court case, the opinion is more significant because it

a$)$ informs others of the Court's interpretation of the laws and thereby guides their decisions.

b$)$ determines the losing party in a case and the penalty to be imposed on this party.

c$)$ reveals the conflicts among the justices, which the president and Congress can use in determining their position on judicial appointments and new legislation.

d$)$ addresses the constitutional aspects of a case, whereas the decision addresses the statutory aspects.