Question

Why was the Supreme Court decision of Marbury v. Madison important? A. The Twelfth Amendment was declared unconstitutional. B. It established the principle that the Court could declare acts of Congress unconstitutional. C. Slaves were to be counted as three-fifths of a person.

Answer 1

The correct answer is letter B.

Explanation: Marbury vs Madison was decided in 1803 by the United States Supreme Court, is considered the initial milestone of the constitutionality control exercised by the judiciary. Through this ruling, the Supreme Court developed and structured its jurisdiction to exercise constitutional control under Article III of the US Constitution, bypassing federal laws that contravene the Constitution.

Answer 2

Answer:

It established the principle that the Court could declare acts of Congress unconstitutional.

Explanation:

Marbury v. Madison, was a U.S. Supreme Court case that established the principle of judicial review in the United States, meaning that American courts have the power to strike down laws, statutes, and some government actions that violate the Constitution of the United States.