Which of the Following Statements Is True of Rational Basis

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of rational basis analysis?

• A) This analysis is an extremely lenient level of scrutiny that presumes the regulation is constitutional.
• B) This analysis generally requires that the classification serves important governmental objectives and is substantially related to the achievement of those objectives.
• C) Under this analysis, the statute is unconstitutional unless the government demonstrates that it is pursuing a compelling governmental interest in the least intrusive manner.
• D) This analysis generally is used to evaluate restrictions on commercial speech or discrimination on the basis of certain suspect classifications.

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Definitions:

Protected Classes

Groups of people who are legally protected from discrimination and harassment in the workplace, housing, education, and other areas based on specific characteristics such as race, religion, gender, and more.

Equity Theory

Equity Theory suggests that individuals seek fairness in relationships, feeling satisfied when they perceive that their inputs and outcomes are proportional to those of their comparison others.

Continuance Commitment

Commitment that results when an employee remains with a company because of the high cost of losing organizational membership including monetary and social costs.

Normative Commitment

A commitment to the organization based on feelings of obligation.