Under the "rational basis test,"
government classification schemes are enacted only when a cost-benefit analysis proves that they
will help more people than they will hurt.
courts determine whether to uphold government policies based on a "rational" interpretation of
the Constitution.
courts use a points-based formula for calculating whether the plaintiff or the government bears
the burden of proof.
the burden of proof is on the plaintiff to show that there is no rational basis, whatsoever, for the
government's rules.