Question

question 5 of 10
which part of a supreme court decision presents the argument in opposition
to the court’s ruling?

a. dissent

b. precedent

c. judicial review

d. majority opinion

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: A dissent in a Supreme Court decision is the opinion that disagrees with the majority ruling, presenting arguments against it.
• Option B: Precedent refers to past court decisions used as a guide, not opposing arguments to the current ruling.
• Option C: Judicial review is the power to declare laws unconstitutional, not related to opposing the Court’s ruling in a decision.
• Option D: Majority opinion is the ruling of the majority, supporting the decision, not opposing it.

Answer:

A. Dissent