As It Has Become More Important Recently, What Is the Most

question 250

Multiple Choice

As it has become more important recently, what is the most important method used to tell what the judicial philosophy of a Supreme Court nominee is?

• A) by examining the rulings and written opinions of the nominee
• B) by understanding the philosophy of the president who nominated the candidate
• C) by understanding the nominee's background
• D) by the nominee's race and religion
• E) by the senator's opinions coming from the judiciary committee that approved the nominee

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Definitions:

Demand Price

The price of a given quantity at which consumers will demand that quantity.

Perfectly Inelastic

A market situation where the quantity demanded or supplied does not change in response to a change in price.

Deadweight Loss

The inefficiency caused in a market where all potential gains from trade are not realized due to factors like taxes or subsidies.

Per-Unit Tax

A tax imposed on a product on a per unit basis, raising the cost of production or sale for that product.