The challenge Linda's lawyer made to Mika is referred to as a[n] ________.

A) Peremptory challenge
B) Challenge for cause
C) Stipulated challenge
D) Fairness challenge
E) Approved challenge

Peremptory Challenge

A right in jury selection for attorneys to reject a certain number of potential jurors without stating a reason.

Challenge for Cause

A reason given in court for requesting the disqualification of a juror from a trial due to a specific reason, like bias or personal interest.