Author Question: One importance of dissenting opinions by Supreme Court justices is that they a. give citizens ... (Read 130 times)

jayhills49 · **on:** Jul 9, 2018

One importance of dissenting opinions by Supreme Court justices is that they

a. give citizens access to the exchange of views that led to a decision.
b. characterize the chaotic nature of the judiciary.
c. establish precedents that lower courts are required to follow.
d. give less weight to the majority opinion.
e. provide supporting arguments for future appeals in the case.

Question 2

What has proven to be the most effective tool for the broader political community to influence the Supreme Court?

a. Appointing certain kinds of judges
b. Changing the size of the court
c. Impeaching judges
d. Limiting the jurisdiction of the courts
e. Refusing to enforce judicial decisions