Which of the following is true about members of the Supreme Court? Check all that apply.(2 points)

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Supreme Court can choose which cases the justices want to hear.
Supreme Court can choose which cases the justices want to hear.

People nominated to the Supreme Court must have a degree in law.
People nominated to the Supreme Court must have a degree in law.

Justices are appointed for life.
Justices are appointed for life.

The number of justices on the Supreme Court is set in the Constitution.

Answer 1

The following statements are true about members of the Supreme Court:

1. Supreme Court can choose which cases the justices want to hear. (True)

2. People nominated to the Supreme Court must have a degree in law. (False - While it is typical for justices to have a legal background, there is no formal requirement in the Constitution that mandates candidates possess a law degree.)

3. Justices are appointed for life. (True - Justices serve lifetime appointments, unless they resign, retire, or are removed through impeachment.)

4. The number of justices on the Supreme Court is set in the Constitution. (False - The Constitution does not specify the number of justices; it has been set by Congress, which has changed the number over time.)

So, the true statements are the first and the third.