Strict Scrutiny Means That Any Use of Race in Law

question 176

Multiple Choice

Strict scrutiny means that any use of race in law or government regulations must be based on

• A) a compelling state interest for which the act in question is a necessary means.
• B) evidence that the use of race is substantially related to an important objective.
• C) a presumption that the law is constitutional, which places the burden of proof on the person challenging the law to prove that it is not.
• D) conclusive evidence that the law will not have a long-range effect on the cause of minorities.
• E) an important state interest for which the act in question is a relevant means.

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