Which of the following is a difference between activist judges and restraintist judges?

A. Unlike restraintist judges, activist judges assume that the courts should thwart the implementation of legislative acts if it is conflicting with precedent rulings.
B. Unlike activist judges, restraintist judges assume that the courts should defer to the decisions of the legislative and executive branches.
C. Unlike activist judges, restraintist judges believe that it is a constitutional provision that the judiciary must exercise judicial review.
D. Unlike restraintist judges, activist judges oppose the privilege of judicial review given to the federal courts.
E. Unlike activist judges, restraintist judges believe that the courts should actively use their powers to ensure that legislative and executive branches do not exceed their authority.


Answer: B

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