FAC Study Guide

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What are 'Expressed powers' and why are they significant? Provide an example.

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Expressed powers are specific powers granted to the government by the Constitution, such as the power to regulate commerce.

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How do 'Implied Powers' support the functioning of the government?

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They allow the government to perform actions not explicitly stated in the Constitution, providing necessary flexibility.

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The 'Supremacy Clause' is important because it establishes that the Constitution and federal laws take precedence over state laws. Which of the following is an example of the Supremacy Clause in action? A state law conflicting with a federal law is deemed invalid. A state governor vetoes a federal law. A state court ruling is upheld over a federal court ruling. A state constitution is amended to override the U.S. Constitution.

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A state law conflicting with a federal law is deemed invalid.

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What does 'Original Jurisdiction' mean?

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The authority of a court to hear a case for the first time.

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Article III: How does the principle of 'Stare decisis' influence judicial decisions?

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It ensures that courts follow established precedents in similar cases.

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What does 'Judicial Restraint' mean?

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A philosophy of limiting the powers of judges to strike down a law.

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Which document had a stronger central government, the Articles of Confederation or the US Constitution?

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US Constitution

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Gideon v. Wainwright established which precedent?

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The right to an attorney

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Roe v. Wade is related to which Amendment or article? Options: First Amendment, Fourth Amendment, Fourteenth Amendment, Nineteenth Amendment

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Fourteenth Amendment

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Which Supreme Court case expanded the interpretation of the 'Commerce Clause'?

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Wickard v. Filburn