Which of the Following Is True of How Legal Precedent

question 93

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of how legal precedent is used between the U.S.Supreme Court and state courts?

• A) State courts are not required to follow the legal precedent established by the Supreme Court.
• B) State courts can use the legal precedent established by the Supreme Court as guidance but are not bound to follow.
• C) The Supreme Court must follow the legal precedent established by state courts.
• D) State courts must follow the legal precedent established by the Supreme Court.