Multiple Choice
The discretionary power of judges is less than that of elected officials because judges
A) are prohibited from relying on personal judgment when deciding an issue.
B) must make decisions that can be justified in terms of existing provisions of the law.
C) are prohibited from addressing issues that have not been previously addressed by elected officials.
D) are prohibited from taking into account the political consequences of a decision.
E) must render rulings on all appeals.
Essay Questions
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q9: With regard to public opinion,the Supreme Court<br>A)ignores
Q16: The United States has two court systems,state
Q21: How long do federal judges serve?<br>A)two years<br>B)four
Q29: Originalism theory<br>A) is a prominent philosophy among
Q31: There are _ federal courts of appeal.<br>A)2<br>B)13<br>C)50<br>D)94<br>E)435
Q31: A written Supreme Court opinion that disagrees
Q36: In selecting judges,the states rely on what
Q52: The Supreme Court is likely to grant
Q68: Studies by political scientists show that Supreme
Q69: Discuss the doctrines of judicial restraint and