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B. Classification of Jurisdiction: Original vs. Appellate

Consider the following scenario:

John filed a complaint against his neighbor, David, for damages caused to his property as a result of David's negligence. The case was filed in the Regional Trial Court (RTC), which has original jurisdiction over civil cases involving claims of more than ₱300,000. After the trial, the RTC rendered its decision in favor of John, ordering David to pay damages. However, David disagrees with the decision and decides to appeal.

In light of this scenario, answer the following questions:

1. Identify the jurisdiction of the RTC in this case. Is it original or appellate jurisdiction? Explain your answer.
2. If David decides to appeal the decision of the RTC, which court will have appellate jurisdiction over the case? Provide the correct legal basis for your answer.
3. Explain the key differences between original jurisdiction and appellate jurisdiction, focusing on their scope and the types of cases they handle.

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