Key Aspects of Roe v. Wade

Medium Unit 3: Civil Liberties & Rights Landmark Supreme Court Cases

The Supreme Court case Roe v. Wade (1973) addressed the issue of women's right to choose regarding pregnancy termination. The ruling established a woman's legal right to an abortion based on the right to privacy implied in the Due Process Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment. Critics of the decision argue about its implications for state interests in potential life and women's health. Supporters contend that it is a crucial aspect of personal liberty.

Which of the following options represents a key aspect of the Supreme Court's reasoning in the Roe v. Wade decision?

The state has an overriding interest in regulating medical procedures.

The right to privacy is absolute and cannot be limited by the state.

A woman's right to choose must be balanced against the state's interest in protecting potential life.

The Constitution guarantees a woman's right to access abortion services.

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