The equal protection clause extends the concept of 'all men are created equal' in that:

A. Everyone has a right to a fair trial
B. Everyone has a right to a jury of their peers
C. All laws apply to all men, including only federal laws
D. All laws apply to all men, including state and federal laws
E. Everyone has a right to a lawyer


Answer: D. All laws apply to all men, including state and federal laws

The equal protection clause states that all men are given equal treatment (and protection) of the laws. This applies to both state and federal laws.

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