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In the case of a tie vote on the Supreme Court, what happens?

Retry Correct Incorrect A tie vote in the Supreme Court results in the affirmation of the lower court’s decision without setting a national precedent. This maintains the status quo while not establishing new legal principles.

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In the case of a tie vote on the Supreme Court, what happens?

• The case is dismissed
• The lower court’s decision stands
• The President makes the final decision
• The Chief Justice casts the deciding vote