Which of the following occurs when the U.S. Supreme Court decides an issue?
A. All other courts consider the Supreme Court's opinion in their own decision making.
B. All other courts are obligated to follow the Supreme Court's ruling.
C. Each court can decide for itself whether the Supreme Court decision applies to cases in its jurisdiction.
D. Congress is obligated to pass laws that support that decision.
E. It is written into the Constitution as an amendment if it raised a constitutional question.
Answer: B
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