Asked by Shamma Capitly on Sep 25, 2024
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In the University of Michigan affirmative action cases,the Supreme Court
A) rejected mechanical point systems for university admissions but upheld highly individualized affirmative action policies that were designed to promote diversity.
B) upheld mechanical point systems for university admissions but rejected highly individualized affirmative action policies.
C) rejected all affirmative action policies in university admissions.
D) asserted that affirmative action policies are subject to strict scrutiny.
University of Michigan
A public research university located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, known for its contribution to research, education, and athletics.
Affirmative Action
Policies or measures that aim to increase opportunities for underrepresented groups in areas such as employment and education by considering those groups' characteristics in decision making.
Supreme Court
The highest judicial body in the United States, which has ultimate appellate jurisdiction over all federal and state court cases involving issues of federal law.
- Identify legislation and Supreme Court decisions that have shaped affirmative action policies.
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Learning Objectives
- Identify legislation and Supreme Court decisions that have shaped affirmative action policies.
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