On the issue of global warming, the president has decided not to pursue a national-level policy, but rather to instruct the Environmental Protection Agency to study the issue. The knowledge produced by the EPA is an example of __________

Which of the following statements is not accurate?

a. Political or policy-oriented litigation is more prevalent in the appellate courts than in trial courts. b. The filing of amicus curiae briefs is a tactic used in trial rather than appellate courts. c. Unlike private interest groups, all levels of the government can submit amicus curiae briefs without obtaining permission. d. In some instances, an interest group will initiate and sponsor a case in order to bring a case that is appropriate for obtaining its policy goals before the court.

Topics in American Government: The Bill of RightsClick on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 188 and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test and answer the following questions:Through selective incorporation, the Supreme Court has ______.

A. protected rights that are not enumerated B. prevented states from denying constitutional rights C. prevented Congress from infringing on the right to bear arms D. reserved power for the states