Congress Has the Power to Regulate Commerce Among the States

question 5

Multiple Choice

Congress has the power to regulate commerce among the states.In pursuance of this power,it passed a legislation forbidding women from crossing state lines to buy or sell goods.Will the statute be held constitutional?

• A) Yes,because Congress has the power to regulate interstate commerce.
• B) Yes,because Congress has not exceeded its enumerated power in enacting the legislation.
• C) No,because it conflicts with equal protection guarantee.
• D) Yes,because federal laws are always superior.

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