Question

what role does the supreme court of the us play? check up to 5 true statements:
□ 9 lifetime members appointed by the president; confirmed by us senate
□ obeys the president no matter what
□ makes federal appellate court decisions.
□ deals with issues of the u.s. constitutional law.
□ use discretionary jurisdiction
□ decisions can actually overturn laws if the court believes they conflict with the constitution.
□ their written opinions add to the body of law.
□ 12 lifetime members appointed by congress; approved by president
□ other:

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Explanation:

1. "9 lifetime members appointed by the President; confirmed by US Senate" - The Supreme Court has 9 justices appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate for life.
2. "Deals with issues of the U.S. constitutional law" - The Supreme Court has the power of judicial review and deals with constitutional law issues.
3. "Use discretionary jurisdiction" - The Supreme Court can choose which cases to hear, using discretionary jurisdiction.
4. "Decisions can actually overturn laws if the court believes they conflict with the Constitution" - Through judicial review, the Court can overturn laws deemed unconstitutional.
5. "Their written opinions add to the body of law" - Supreme Court opinions (like precedent) contribute to legal doctrine.

Incorrect options: "Obeys the president no matter what" (independent judiciary), "Makes federal appellate court decisions" (appellate courts do this, SC reviews), "12 lifetime members appointed by Congress; approved by President" (incorrect number and appointment process).

Answer:

• 9 lifetime members appointed by the President; confirmed by US Senate
• Deals with issues of the U.S. constitutional law
• Use discretionary jurisdiction
• Decisions can actually overturn laws if the court believes they conflict with the Constitution
• Their written opinions add to the body of law