The Authors of the Text Conclude That the Question of Whether

question 49

Multiple Choice

The authors of the text conclude that the question of whether and how the states should regulate abortion ______.

• A) is settled law
• B) has receded from political debate
• C) is likely to remain a divisive issue in American politics for some time
• D) has moved to the state level as an issue
• E) will inevitably be decided in favor of those claiming that a right to abortion exists

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