Which of the following statements best summarizes an outcome of the trend shown in the data? O Action on social issues occurs through legislation at the state level and through the courts at the federal level
because the court system is more responsive to the will of the people.
O States are more likely than the federal government to implement social change through legislation because they are
more responsive to the will of the people.
O The length of time needed to implement social change through state and federal legislation has accelerated
significantly during the past century because of stricter interpretations of the 14th Amendment.
O Action on social issues follows a pattern of steady acceptance at the federal level, as federal courts are more willing
than state governments to experiment with social change.