Which of the following is an example of a law that would only have to pass the reasonable standard where the government argues for the distinction on a rational basis.
a. Laws requiring somebody to be 21 to legally purchase alcohol.
b. Men being punished for statutory rape even if women are not punished.
c. Laws barring one religious group from solicitation.
d. State laws setting different ages at which men and women legally become adults.
e. Women being barred from jobs by height and weight requirements.
Ans: a. Laws requiring somebody to be 21 to legally purchase alcohol.
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