Question 54 of 128 American Government
How many Supreme Court justices are usually needed to decide a case?
Answers USCIS accepts
- Five (5)
Give any one of these answers at your interview.
Usually five (5) Supreme Court justices are needed to decide a case.
What it means
With nine justices, a majority of five is enough to decide a case.
Remember 9 seats and 5 votes for a majority.
Memory tip: Majority of 9 = 5.
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How many Supreme Court justices are usually needed to decide a case?
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Official source: USCIS M-1778 (09/25), 128 Civics Questions and Answers (2025 version). Last checked: .