Question

Which of these BEST describes the concept of “strict construction”?

A)
the Constitution’s powers are implied and open to interpretation
B)
the Judicial Branch should only hear cases on a “strict” schedule.
C)
the Constitution’s powers should be carried out literally and with restraint
D)
adding amendments to the Constitution based on the desires of a majority of Americans

Answer 1

The correct answer is C. The Constitution’s powers should be carried out literally and with restraint

Step-by-step explanation:

"Strict construction" is a principle in law that promotes the idea laws and the Constitution are not completely open to interpretation but should be followed literally which means interpretation of these type of document should be restricted. This principle guarantees each judge or authority understands and enforces the law in the same way. According to this, the statement that describes this concept is "The Constitution’s powers should be carried out literally and with restraint" because this supports the idea official written documents should not be open to interpretation but only understood literally.

Answer 2

The best and the correct answer among the choices provided by the question is the third choice or letter C.

The statement "the Constitution’s powers should be carried out literally and with restraint" BEST describes the concept of “strict construction”.

I hope my answer has come to your help. Have a nice day ahead and may God bless you always!