The federal courts can interpret the meaning of laws and of the Constitution, but they are limited by the broad authority of Congress to shape the structure of the federal judicial

system and to define the types of cases courts can hear. This illustrates what constitutional device?
a. Federalism
b. Judicial review
c. Checks and balances
d. Separation of powers
e. National supremacy


Answer: C

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