The High Rate of Nonvoting in the United States Is

question 105

True/False

The high rate of nonvoting in the United States is a result of the current distribution of power.

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Definitions:

Precedent

A principle or rule established in a previous legal case that is either binding on or persuasive for a court when deciding subsequent cases with similar issues or facts.

Lower Court

A court of law that is empowered to hear and decide on cases at the first instance, often before they are eligible for appeal to higher courts.

Jurisdiction

The official power to make legal decisions and judgments, often within a specific geographic area or over certain types of legal cases.

Dual Court System

The structure of courts in the United States which consists of both federal and state courts, each with its own jurisdiction and authority.