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Article III: The Courts

Question 8 • MI-Government/Civics 2023

The selection of federal justices by the executive branch is an example of

Answer
c
checks and balances.
o
original jurisdiction.
a
advice and consent.
a
appellate jurisdiction.

Explanation

The president, part of the executive branch, nominates federal justices, while the Senate must confirm them. This sharing of power lets one branch limit another, which is an example of checks and balances. “Advice and consent” specifically describes the Senate’s role in reviewing and approving the nomination.

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