American Judiciary Quick Check
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Question
Which statement best analyzes the disadvantages of lifetime appointments for federal judges?(1 point)
Responses
Less frequent turnover creates problems with positions being available for new judges being appointed.
Less frequent turnover creates problems with positions being available for new judges being appointed.
Appointment by the president who appointed them can sway their rulings.
Appointment by the president who appointed them can sway their rulings.
Judges are appointed by the president and confirmed by the Senate, making them more vulnerable to influenced decision making.
Judges are appointed by the president and confirmed by the Senate, making them more vulnerable to influenced decision making.
Diminished mental clarity and stamina could impede judges from fully carrying out their assigned duties without age and term limits.