Under What Circumstances Is the U

question 30

Multiple Choice

Under what circumstances is the U.S.Supreme Court able to claim jurisdiction over cases originally heard in state courts?

• A)The losing litigant in state courts was unhappy with the outcome of the case and wants to appeal to the U.S.Supreme Court.
• B)The losing litigant raises a federal issue,often one in which they have been deprived of due-process rights in the U.S.Constitution.
• C)The winning litigant and losing litigant agree that they would like the input of the Supreme Court instead of the state courts.
• D)The winning litigant and losing litigant want the U.S.Supreme Court to make the outcome of the case precedent for the entire country.
• E)The solicitor general is willing to write an amicus brief for the appellant.

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Definitions:

Demand For

Refers to the desire and ability of consumers to purchase goods or services at a given price.

Supply Of

The total amount of a specific good or service that is available to consumers, which can be influenced by factors such as price, production costs, and technology.

Potentially Efficient

A situation or condition that has the capability to achieve optimum productivity with minimal waste and expense.

Losses

Financial condition when a company's total costs exceed its total revenue, leading to a negative profit.