The penalty could include death or imprisonment for a minimum of five years.
December 15, 1971
Explanation:
the right of the people to be secure in their persons,houses,papers,effects,against unreasonable searches and seizures,shall not be violated,and no warranrs shall issue, but upon probable cause,supported by oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched
Answer: b. No, because the state acted as a market participant
Explanation:
The state in this instance was a market participant because they were acting as buyers who were looking for companies that could supply the service of exploiting their gas fields.
As a result, they have total discretion to pick whichever supplier they choose, regardless of the benefits or lack thereof, much like a normal buyer would do. The interstate company would therefore lose the case.