Question

24 mark for review
which of the following cases was most likely to derive the basis of its decision from the argument presented in the federalist no. 78 that states: \that, accordingly, whenever a particular statute contradicts the constitution, it will be the duty of the judicial tribunals to adhere to the latter and disregard the former\?

a marbury v. madison (1803)

b mcculloch v. maryland (1819)

c shaw v. reno (1993)

d united states v. lopez (1995)

Explanation:

The quote from The Federalist No. 78 establishes the principle of judicial review, where courts can invalidate laws conflicting with the Constitution. Marbury v. Madison (1803) was the landmark Supreme Court case that formally established and exercised this power, ruling that a federal statute was unconstitutional and thus unenforceable. The other cases addressed different constitutional principles: McCulloch v. Maryland dealt with federal supremacy and implied powers; Shaw v. Reno focused on racial gerrymandering; United States v. Lopez concerned federal commerce clause limits.

Answer:

A. Marbury v. Madison (1803)