Read the section "A Living Document."

Question

Which sentence from the section shows how the living document doctrine can be used to decide on a law's constitutionality?

A
They claim that the issues before the court today are more complex than 200 years ago.

B
These critics say current issues were probably never considered by the Constitution's authors.

C
In short, they say that whether or not a given law is constitutional should reflect society's current conditions and values.

D
It comes down to an individual justice's opinion of history, which is a problem.

Answer 1

C
In short, they say that whether or not a given law is constitutional should reflect society's current conditions and values.