Question

What does "equal protection under the law" mean? A: It means that everyone is entitled to the same economic opportunities in a state, regardless of ability. B: It means that everyone has the same remedies if they think they have been unlawfully discriminated against. C: It means that everyone who breaks a law should receive punishment based on their race or class. D: It means that everyone has the right to partcipatein all legal activities in a state, regardless of cost.

Answer 1

I'm honestly pretty sure it's D. Because as long as everything is done the way it is then there would be protection that they receive.

Answer 2

The correct answer is B) It means that everyone has the same remedies if they think they have been unlawfully discriminated against.

"Equal protection under the law" means that everyone has the same remedies if they think they have been unlawfully discriminated against.

This legal term means that every citizen has the right to be treated equally under the law of the United States. We are talking about the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th AMendment to the United States Constitution. It says that states governments must provide equal protection to all persons. There has to be no discrimination of any tye.