Question

Help with some questions plz!!

Answer 1

If a supreme court justice observes stare decisis, he or she is
a.checking the actions of the executive branch
b.showing dominance over lower court officials
c.exhibiting judicial activism in its decisions
d.being careful to uphold past judges precedents

Answer 2

why are the "majority opinions" of the supreme court so important?
a.they establish legal precedents
b.they are outside of jurisdiction
c.they are not met with controversy
d.they do not require congressional approval

Answer 3

why did the framers of the constitution provide that the president and congress be elected while federal judges are appointed?
a.it provided the framework for popular sovereignty
b.the system supports the checks and balances principle
c.compromises were needed to ensure ratification of the constitution
d.court decisions can be reached without regard to political considerations