AP®︎ U.S. Government & Politics: Topic 2.10 Practice Test
Prepare for your quiz, test, or the AP exam with focused practice questions on Topic 2.10 of AP U.S. Government & Politics – The Court in Action.
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Topic 2.10
Question 1 Easy
This question tests the following: LO 2.10.A
What is the term length for a Supreme Court justice?
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Topic 2.10: The Court in Action
Learning Objective: LO 2.10.A
Explain how life tenure can lead to debate about the Supreme Court’s power.
Review: EK 2.10.A.1
Life tenure for justices allows the court to function independent of the current political climate. As a result of this independence, the Court can deliver controversial or unpopular court decisions, which in turn can lead to debate about the court’s power.