2.10 The Judicial Branch

Question 23 • Fall 24 American Government/Civics IC

A main difference between state and federal courts is

Answer

state courts try disputes between states, while federal courts try cases between citizens of a state.

state courts try cases between citizens of a state, while federal courts try disputes between states.

state courts consider the facts and law in making a decision, while federal courts consider the law, facts, and precedents.

state courts consider the facts and precedents in a decision, while federal courts consider the law, facts, and precedents.

Explanation

State courts generally handle disputes arising under state law, including cases involving people or organizations within the state. Federal courts have jurisdiction over certain matters involving federal law and disputes between states. So the choice describing state courts as handling cases between citizens of a state and federal courts as handling disputes between states is B.

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