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What does the judicial branch do?
Accepted answers:
- Reviews laws
- Explains laws
- Resolves disputes about the law
- Decides if a law goes against the U.S. Constitution
Why this is the correct answer
The judicial branch interprets laws and determines whether they are consistent with the U.S. Constitution. Courts resolve legal disputes and can strike down laws that violate constitutional principles. This power of judicial review is a critical check on both the legislative and executive branches.
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