Identify a True Statement About the U

question 46

Multiple Choice

Identify a true statement about the U.S. district courts.

• A) The U.S. district courts are on the highest tier of the federal court system.
• B) Cases involving federal laws end in the U.S. district courts after the final decision has been made by a judge or jury.
• C) At the present time, there are less than fifty judicial districts in the United States.
• D) The number of judicial districts varies over time, primarily owing to population changes and corresponding caseloads.

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Definitions:

Party Unity

The degree to which members of a political party share common goals and demonstrate a collective stance on legislative and policy issues.

Congress

The bicameral legislature of the federal government of the United States, consisting of two houses: the Senate and the House of Representatives, responsible for creating federal legislation.

1980s

The decade from 1980 to 1989, characterized by significant political, cultural, and technological changes, including the end of the Cold War.

Congressional Oversight

The review, monitoring, and supervision of federal agencies, programs, activities, and policy implementation by the United States Congress.