Which of the Following Similarities Is Observed Between Tie and Plurality

question 69

Multiple Choice

Which of the following similarities is observed between tie and plurality decisions reached by the U.S.Supreme Court?

• A) the decisions can be appealed against in the U.S. courts of appeals
• B) the decisions do not set precedent for later cases
• C) the decision of the lower court is affirmed
• D) new evidence and testimony is heard before reaching decisions

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