The Supreme Court explains the legal reasoning behind its decisions through __________

Which component of the hiring process was clearly diminished in importance compared to the presence or absence of the criminal records of the Devah Pager’s research applicants?

A. the educational attainment of the applicant B. previous job experience in the field of the position applied for C. references and testimonials from former coworkers or supervisors D. the cover letter provided by the applicants to the employer

The elastic clause of the Constitution allows Congress to

A. assert its supremacy over the other branches of government. B. regulate commerce with foreign nations. C. overturn state laws that conflict with federal law. D. claim powers not explicitly granted to it by the Constitution. E. override presidential vetoes.