Judicial Branch of the U.S. Government

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Who represents the judicial branch of the U.S. government?

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the Supreme Court and other federal courts

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What does the judicial branch do?

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It explains the meaning of laws.

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What is the highest court in the United States?

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the Supreme Court

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How many U.S. Supreme Court justices are there?

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9

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How many U.S. Supreme Court justices must be present to decide a case (quorum)?

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6

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Who chooses Supreme Court justices?

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the president

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Who approves Supreme Court justices?

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the U.S. Senate

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About how many federal courts are there?

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800

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How long do Supreme Court justices and federal judges serve?

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for life or until retirement

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What is the supreme law of the United States?

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the Constitution