When a Law Is Subject to the __________ Test,the Burden

question 18

Multiple Choice

When a law is subject to the __________ test,the burden of proof is on government to justify the classification based on a "compelling government interest."

• A)heightened scrutiny
• B)strict scrutiny
• C)rational basis
• D)suspect classification

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Definitions:

Alien Species

Species that have been introduced to an area where they do not naturally occur, often resulting in harm to the native ecosystem.

Diffuse Energy

Energy that is spread out rather than concentrated, often referring to solar energy received by the Earth's surface which is dispersed over a wide area.

Renewable Energy

Energy from sources that are naturally replenishing but flow-limited, such as sunlight, wind, water currents, geothermal heat, and bioenergy.