If a Case Is Affirmed, It

question 1

Multiple Choice

If a case is affirmed, it

• A) means all justices unanimously agree on an opinion.
• B) is sent back to the court that heard the case.
• C) means the decision is valid and must stand.
• D) will result in a new trial for the defendant.
• E) is accepted as a case that the Supreme Court will hear.

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Definitions:

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Johnson Administration

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Kennedy Disliked Johnson

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Grief

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