Title: Competency Assessment: (CU1 M1) Jurisprudence and the Powers of Congress
Course: SkillsCom BA 226 16.0 > Section: Credit Unit 1 Module 1

In a two-page Microsoft Word Docx or rtf file format document, please respond to the two situations below.  Be thorough and complete in your responses. Use references to support your position:

1. Read “The Case of the Speluncean Explorers” HERE (Webpage). Identity the justice’s opinion with which you most closely agree. Name the different theories of jurisprudence used by each justice in reaching his or her opinion.

2. What are three specific powers of Congress? What are three specific powers of the executive branch? Do you think that the powers of the judicial branch are well defined? Why or why not?

Your response should be typed, double-spaced in standard-sized format (8.5" x 11") with 1" margins on all sides. You should use a clear font that is highly readable. APA recommends using 12 pt. Times New Roman font. Citations should be in APA format.