Which of the following is NOT a component of the three questions Marshall addressed in the case?
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Correct answer: Does the President have the power to fire a confirmed judge?
Marshall's opinion systematically addressed: 1) Marbury's right to the commission, 2) The existence of a legal remedy, and 3) Whether a writ of mandamus from the Supreme Court was the proper remedy. He did not address the President's removal power in this specific case.
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