Which statement accurately contrasts the concepts of loose construction and strict construction?(1 point)
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Loose construction interprets the Constitution as the original intent of its authors, whereas strict construction allows for interpretations to reflect modern-day issues.
Loose construction allows for limited federal power, whereas strict construction allows for more federal power.
Loose construction was favored by the Anti-Federalists and strict construction was favored by the Federalists.
Loose construction is a broad interpretation of the Constitution, whereas strict construction interprets the Constitution exactly as it is written.
Loose construction is a broad interpretation of the Constitution, whereas strict construction interprets the Constitution exactly as it is written.
Constitutional interpretations can lead to a change in law enforcement procedures.
Both cases increased the powers of the federal government.
Law enforcement must read a suspect their Miranda rights prior to being interrogated.
The Second Amendment was interpreted to include the due process clause of the Fourteenth Amendment.
Which statement best identifies the impact of constitutional interpretation?(1 point)
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Constitutional interpretations create new amendments.
Constitutional interpretations can lead to a change in law enforcement procedures.
Constitutional interpretations do not impact a Supreme Court decision.
Constitutional interpretations lead to disputes between state and federal courts.
How did the ruling in the Miranda v. Arizona case change law enforcement procedures?(1 point)
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Law enforcement must read a suspect their Miranda rights prior to being interrogated.
Law enforcement may question a suspect before reading a suspect their rights.
Law enforcement may interrogate a suspect without the presence of an attorney.
Law enforcement may search a home without a warrant.
Which statement best identifies how the Second Amendment was interpreted in the McDonald v. Chicago case?(1 point)
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The Supreme Court extended rights that are not explicitly outlined in the Constitution.
The Second Amendment was interpreted to include the due process clause of the Fourteenth Amendment.
The Second Amendment was interpreted to include the rights included in the First Amendment.
The Supreme Court does not have the authority to interpret any amendment in the Constitutition.
Which statement best assesses the impact of the cases Marbury v. Madison and McCulloch v. Maryland on the Constitution?(1 point)
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Both cases increased the powers of the executive branch.
Both cases increased the powers of the federal government.
Both cases increased the powers of the judicial branch.
Both cases did not increase any federal power.
The correct answer is: Loose construction interprets the Constitution as the original intent of its authors, whereas strict construction is a broad interpretation of the Constitution, whereas strict construction interprets the Constitution exactly as it is written.
To arrive at this answer, you need to understand the definitions of loose construction and strict construction.
Loose construction, also known as broad construction or judicial activism, is an approach to interpreting the Constitution that allows for flexibility and the incorporation of modern-day issues. It believes that the Constitution is a living document that can adapt to changing times. This means that loose constructionists may use their own judgment to interpret the Constitution beyond what is explicitly stated and consider the intent of the authors when making decisions.
On the other hand, strict construction, also known as narrow construction or judicial restraint, is an approach to interpreting the Constitution that strictly adheres to the exact wording of the document. Strict constructionists believe that the Constitution should be interpreted exactly as it is written and that any changes should be made through the formal amendment process. This approach limits the role of judges in shaping constitutional law and emphasizes the importance of originalism.
Given these definitions, the statement "Loose construction is a broad interpretation of the Constitution, whereas strict construction interprets the Constitution exactly as it is written" accurately contrasts the concepts of loose construction and strict construction.