A usage is a repetition of acts whereas _________ is the law or general rule that arises from such repetition. It also derives its authority from its adoption into the law and is binding regardless of any acts of assent by the parties. What is this ?
The term being sought, based on the problem statement, is "Custom." A usage implies repeated acts, and a custom is the law or general rule that emerges from such repetition.
Customs gain their authority by being incorporated into the law and are binding regardless of any agreements or explicit consent by involved parties.
Habit
A regular practice or tendency
Law
A formally recognized rule established by an authority
Custom
A traditional norm arising from repeated acts and integrated into legal systems