Question

what is one major difference between state and federal courts in the united states?

a. only state courts use an adversarial system during trials.

b. only state courts issue verdicts in both criminal and civil cases.

c. only federal courts must have judges approved by the senate.

d. only federal courts allow defendants to appeal rulings.

Explanation:

• Option A: Both state and federal courts in the U.S. use an adversarial trial system, so this is incorrect.
• Option B: Both state and federal courts handle and issue verdicts for both criminal and civil cases, so this is incorrect.
• Option C: Federal judges are nominated by the President and confirmed by the Senate under the U.S. Constitution. State court judges are typically elected or appointed through state-specific processes, not requiring Senate approval. This is a valid major difference.
• Option D: Both state and federal court systems allow defendants to appeal rulings, so this is incorrect.

Answer:

C. Only federal courts must have judges approved by the Senate.