It is true that the supreme court has ruled that classifications based on gender are subject to a lower level of scrutiny than classifications based on race.
its definitely the choice D.
Either elected by the general public or appointed by state and local representatives.
Mores determine what is considered moral and ethical behavior, which makes them more strict than folkways. One difference between a more and a folkway is the following: Mores may carry serious consequences if violated; folkways do not. Folkways on the other hand are norms for routine or casual interaction.