Question

the 1803 ruling in marbury v. madison affected the balance of power in federal government by giving the judiciary a way to

overturn cabinet appointments.

block presidential actions.

force federal officials to do their job.

check the power of congress.

Explanation:

Marbury v. Madison established judicial review. Judicial review allows the judiciary to check the power of Congress (and other branches) by declaring laws unconstitutional. The other options are not the main impact of this ruling. Overturning cabinet appointments, blocking presidential actions, and forcing federal officials to do their job are not the core power - related outcome of this landmark case.

Answer:

check the power of Congress.