Question

What was one advantage the Constitution had over the Articles of Confederation? A. State courts were given the power to interpret federal laws as they applied to them

B. A judicial branch was established to interpret the law.
C. Many inefficient branches of government were consolidated.
D. State courts were established to avoid overwhelming the federal courts.

Answer 1

answer: b) A judicial branch was established to interpret the law.

explanation: b

Answer 2

The correct answer is B) A judicial branch was established to interpret the law.

The Constitution created the judicial branch within the federal government. The judicial branch consists of the Supreme Court. Thanks to the Marbury vs. Madison case (1803), the Supreme Court has the ability to interpret what the constitution means and the ability to declare state and national laws unconstitutional.