When Strict Scrutiny Is Applied by the Courts,it Means That

question 38

Multiple Choice

When strict scrutiny is applied by the courts,it means that a law may be upheld only if the government can demonstrate that

• A)the law is justified by a "compelling governmental interest."
• B)the law is narrowly tailored to achieve a legitimate goal.
• C)the law in question is the least restrictive means for achieving that interest.
• D)the law is justified by a "compelling governmental interest," is narrowly tailored to achieve a legitimate goal, and is the least restrictive means for achieving that interest.
• E)None of these choices is true.

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Definitions:

Unsupported

Lacking external assistance, backing, or emotional or structural support, often leading to a feeling of isolation or insufficiency.

Concrete Operations

A stage of cognitive development in children, according to Piaget, where logical thinking develops but is limited to concrete objects and situations.

Piaget's

Refers to the developmental stages and cognitive theory developed by Swiss psychologist Jean Piaget, describing how children's intellect grows through interaction with the environment.

Egocentric Interactions

Social interactions focused primarily on self-interest and personal needs.