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AP US Government

Definition

A ruling made by the highest court in the United States that settles a legal dispute and sets a precedent for future cases.

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AP US History

Practice Questions (8)

What was a direct result of the Supreme Court decision in McCulloch v. Maryland (1819) regarding federalism?
Which action can be taken due to public dissatisfaction with a Supreme Court decision?
Which Supreme Court decision affirmed that burning the American flag is an act protected under the First Amendment?
What effect did the Supreme Court decision in New York Times Co. v. United States (1971) have on the application and understanding of the First Amendment?
Which institution has the ability to override a Supreme Court decision regarding the first amendment?
Which principle, essential in a democracy, was established with the Supreme Court decision of Baker v. Carr?
Which outcome might occur if polling data indicates widespread disapproval of a recent Supreme Court decision?
Which Supreme Court decision would have had the most significant impact on policy making had it ruled differently?

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