The jurisdiction of the district courts extends to each of the following EXCEPT
A) federal crimes.
B) supervision of bankruptcy proceedings.
C) appeals from state courts.
D) admiralty and maritime law cases.
E) federal civil suits.
Answer: C) appeals from state courts.
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