Which of the Following Is True of the Checks and Balances

Which of the following is true of the checks and balances on the American judiciary? 

A) The Supreme Court hears meritless appeals so it can rule on such issues. 
B) Congress has the authority to limit or otherwise alter the jurisdiction of the lower federal courts. 
C) Justices make decisions based on their personal values and policy preferences. 
D) The Supreme Court can revise old laws or pass new ones in an attempt to negate a lower court's ruling. 
E) Federal and state legislatures are obligated to appropriate the funds necessary to carry out rulings.