Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Strict

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of the strict scrutiny standard?

• A) Under the strict scrutiny standard, a law or action must be necessary to promote a compelling self-interest and must be narrowly tailored to meet that interest.
• B) Since the Supreme Court had difficulty deciding how to judge cases in which men and women were treated differently, the strict scrutiny standard was established.
• C) It is a test for determining whether the equal protection clause has been violated.
• D) A law based on a suspect classification, such as race, is not subject to strict scrutiny by the courts.
• E) Under the strict scrutiny standard, a law or action allowing reservations in educational institutes must not lead to reverse discrimination.