Which of the following similarities is observed between tie and plurality decisions reached by the U.S.Supreme Court?
A)The decisions can be appealed against in the U.S.courts of appeals.
B)the decisions do not set precedent for later cases.
C)the decision of the lower court is affirmed.
D)New evidence and testimony is heard before reaching decisions.

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Both tie and plurality decisions reached by the U.S. Supreme Court do not set precedent for later cases. In a tie decision, the lower court ruling is upheld without setting a Supreme Court precedent, while in a plurality decision, there is no majority opinion and therefore no clear precedent set for future cases. The other options listed do not apply to both tie and plurality decisions.

Which of the Following Similarities Is Observed Between Tie and Plurality