Assignment task: Identify and explain the three different tests (Rational Basis Test, Intermediate Scrutiny, Strict Scrutiny) that are used to determine whether a law illegally discriminates against a particular group. Then explain which "test" would be appropriately applied to each of the below policies.
Explain what each test consist of.
Explain what type of discriminatory law each test applies to.
Of the three laws clearly specify which test it applies to.
- A law that requires public colleges to only accept applicants with a GPA of 3.5 or higher.
- A law that prohibits pregnant women from smoking.
- A law that prohibits Asian Americans from owning a firearm.