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scienceeasy

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on: Jul 10, 2018
The federal courts can interpret the meaning of laws and of the Constitution, but they are limited by the broad authority of Congress to shape the structure of the federal judicial
 
  system and to define the types of cases courts can hear. This illustrates what constitutional device?
   a. Federalism
   b. Judicial review
   c. Checks and balances
   d. Separation of powers
   e. National supremacy

Question 2

Which of the following devices used to restrain the power of government is NOT expressly described in the Constitution?
 
  a. Judicial review
  b. Federalism
  c. Checks and balances
  d. Separation of powers
  e. Impeachment


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Reply #1 on: Jul 10, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: C

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A


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