Of all the court cases in the United States, the majority are handled ________.

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The overwhelming majority of court cases in the United States are handled at the state level, including cases regarding criminal law, family law, and civil suits. The state courts are responsible for interpreting and enforcing state laws and constitutions, while federal courts handle cases that involve federal laws or the Constitution. While the U.S. Supreme Court is the highest court in the land, it only hears a limited number of cases each year (around 150), most of which are appeals of decisions made by lower federal courts. The circuit courts and U.S. district courts also handle federal cases, but their caseloads are much smaller than those of the state courts. Therefore, B is the best choice.

Of All the Court Cases in the United States, the Majority