The equal protection clause states which of the following?

a. A state can deny equal protection of the laws, provided it has the laws to do so.
b. No state can deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws.
c. A state can deny equal protection of the laws, if a judge so orders it.
d. No state can deny to certain persons within its jurisdiction limited protections of the laws.


b. No state can deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws.

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