Why Was United States V.Lopez (1995)important

question 19

Multiple Choice

Why was United States v.Lopez (1995) important?

• A)It was the first time since the New Deal that the Supreme Court limited the power of Congress as outlined under the commerce clause.
• B)It was the first time that the Court had used the Tenth Amendment to limit the power of Congress.
• C)The Court found the line-item veto unconstitutional.
• D)The Court gave a broad interpretation of the commerce clause that expanded the power of the federal government over the states.

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Definitions:

Central

Pertaining to the most important or primary component in a system or concept.

Peripheral

Relating to or situated on the edge or periphery of something, often indicating a boundary or outside limit.

Peripheral Route

In the Elaboration Likelihood Model of persuasion, a way of processing information that does not involve deep thinking and focuses on superficial cues.

Central Route

Part of the Elaboration Likelihood Model of persuasion, it involves thoughtful consideration of the arguments presented.