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:

Societal Pressures

The expectations or demands placed on individuals by society, which can influence behavior, choices, and perceptions of self and others.

Physical Appearance

The visual attributes of an object or person, including shape, size, color, and overall aesthetic impression.

Double Standard

The standard in which premarital sex is considered permissible for males but not for females.

Birth Weight

The weight of a baby at the time of its birth, an important indicator of newborn health.