One of the Ways in Which Courts Differ from Other

question 20

Multiple Choice

One of the ways in which courts differ from other branches of government is that courts:

• A)have the ability to set their own agenda
• B)can refuse to act
• C)are passive
• D)are very responsive to public opinion

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