The "Equal Protection" Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment Mandates That

question 39

Multiple Choice

The "equal protection" clause of the Fourteenth Amendment mandates that no state may deny a person equal protection under the law. Because any suite filed under the Fourteenth Amendment must demonstrate ______, it is not often used.

• A) intent
• B) past discrimination
• C) equal protection
• D) due process

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Definitions:

Elastic

Describes a situation in economics where the demand for a product or service significantly changes in response to a change in price.

Inelastic

A characteristic of goods or services for which demand does not significantly change with a change in price.

Price Range

The difference between the lowest and highest prices within a given market.

Price Inelastic

Refers to a condition where the demand for a good does not significantly change with a change in its price.