Question

the federal court hearing would be one of the most significant in history—a precedent - setting decision could be made that affected the whole country. in this sentence, significant means: marked by correspondence or resemblance conforming to a set measurement or value having partial rights and privileges or subordinate status important in effect or meaning

Explanation:

The sentence mentions that the federal court hearing could make a precedent - setting decision affecting the whole country. So, "significant" here should mean having an important effect or meaning. The other options: "marked by correspondence or resemblance" (about similarity), "conforming to a set measurement or value" (about measurement), and "having partial rights and privileges or subordinate status" (about status) do not fit the context of a court hearing with a far - reaching decision.

Answer:

important in effect or meaning