A Law Based on a Suspect Trait Will Not Stand

question 27

True/False

A law based on a suspect trait will not stand under the equal protection clause even if it is necessary to promote a compelling government interest.

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Definitions:

Grossly Overweight

A condition of being significantly heavier than is considered healthy or normal, often calculated by a high body mass index (BMI).

Rewarding Pleasure

A feeling of happiness or satisfaction derived from an activity that is perceived as rewarding.

Obestatin

A peptide hormone believed to suppress appetite, produced in the stomach and intestines.

Ghrelin

is a hormone that stimulates appetite, leading to increased food intake and promoting fat storage.