Put this text into a sentence. Procedures for Hearing Cases The steps that the Supreme Court follows to hear cases involve several important procedures: Petition for Certiorari: The journey to the Supreme Court typically begins when a party petitions the Court for a writ of certiorari. This petition asks the Court to review a lower court's decision. The Court receives thousands of such petitions each year but grants only a small percentage, often those involving significant legal questions or discrepancies among lower courts. Granting Certiorari: If at least four of the nine Justices agree to hear the case, certiorari is granted. This concept is known as the "rule of four." The Court will then schedule the case for oral arguments. Briefs Submission: Before the oral arguments, the parties involved in the case submit written briefs. These briefs present their legal arguments, relevant facts, and precedents. Amicus curiae (friend of the court) briefs may also be submitted by interested third parties to provide additional perspectives. Oral Arguments: During oral arguments, each side has a limited amount of time to present their case and answer questions from the Justices. This stage allows the Justices to probe the arguments and clarify any ambiguities