Question

Why are there an odd number of justices on the Supreme Court?

a. to balance the differences in oral arguments


b. to avoid conflicts with the Congress


c. to create a court that shares the same views


d. to prevent a tie when voting on a case

Answer 1

This is most likely because of the ease when making judicial rulings. If there is an odd number of judges, then there will rarely be a tie vote. This can only occur when judges decide to abstain from voting. Most likely, the current court has an odd number of Justices to prevent an evenly split decision.

Answer 2

Gradpoint Answer: To prevent a tie when voting on a case.