The Takings Clause Must Have a Taking

question 23

Multiple Choice

The Takings Clause must have a taking:

• A) for a compelling private purpose.
• B) for a public purpose and the private property owner is entitled to just compensation.
• C) that is justified by the supremacy clause while compensation is rarely required.
• D) that prohibits private property owners from securing just compensation.

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Definitions:

Influence

The capacity or power of individuals or things to be a compelling force on the actions, behavior, opinions, or development of others.

Loss and Risk Aversion Heuristic

A cognitive bias where people prefer to avoid losses rather than acquiring equivalent gains, indicating a greater sensitivity to losses over gains.

Error

A mistake or inaccuracy, often due to oversight or misunderstanding, which can affect outcomes or validity.

Judgment

The faculty to formulate thoughtful decisions or derive sound conclusions.