The Supreme Court's ruling in Marbury v. Madison affirmed that
a. lame-duck presidents could not make last-minute court appointments.
b. the powers of the Supreme Court are set by the Constitution.
c. the judicial branch had an equal role in making laws.
d. presidential appointments could not be based on partisan politics.
Ans: b. the powers of the Supreme Court are set by the Constitution.
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What will be an ideal response?
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