The role of appellate courts in the social problems process is
A)large because courts can reject or modify policies that are well supported in other ways.
B)large because courts create the policies.
C)moderate because courts can rule on policies but are unlikely to strike down a popular policy.
D)small because courts hear relatively few cases related to social problems.
E)small because courts have little power to change a policy once it has been enacted.

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Appellate courts have a significant role because they have the authority to reject or modify policies, even if those policies have substantial support from other branches or the public.

The Role of Appellate Courts in the Social Problems Process