John Marshall’s Supreme Court first overturned the decision of a state court in
a. McCulloch v. Maryland.
b. Martin v. Hunter’s Lessee.
c. Fletcher v. Peck.
d. Marbury v. Madison.
e. Worcester v. Georgia.
ANS: B
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