Question

Which explains why the Constitution gave Congress the power to create a system of federal courts?

The Constitution wanted Congress to share power with the judicial branch.
The Constitution anticipated the need for courts lower than the Supreme Court.
The Constitution wanted Congress to share power with the appellate courts.
The Constitution anticipated the need for courts equal to the Supreme Court.

Answer 1

The correct answer is: The Constitution anticipated the need for courts lower than the Supreme Court.

Reason: Article III establishes the Supreme Court and gives Congress the authority to create "inferior" (lower) federal courts to handle the nation's caseload and support the judicial system.