What was of particular importance during the Marbury v. Madison case of 1803?
a. The judiciary asserted its right to judge the constitutionality of a congressional act.
b. It was the first time that the Supreme Court ruled against a judge.
c. The chief justice wanted to provoke a confrontation with the executive branch.
d. Marshall was willing to accept that the case proved his Federalist leanings.
Answer: a. The judiciary asserted its right to judge the constitutionality of a congressional act.
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