How has the 1803 ruling in Marbury v. Madison played a major role in the development of American federalism?
a. The ruling allowed states the authority to override federal authority.
b. Under the ruling, the Supreme Court assumed the power to interpret the U.S. Constitution authoritatively.
c. The ruling restricted the Supreme Court from serving as umpire in disputes between nation and states.
d. Under the ruling, states assumed the power to interpret the Constitution on their own behalf.
Question 2
Which clause of the U.S. Constitution did the Supreme Court interpret in McCulloch v. Maryland?
a. Commerce
b. Necessary and proper
c. Due process
d. Equal protection
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