In Briggs and Stratton Corp

Multiple Choice

In Briggs and Stratton Corp.v.Baldridge,Briggs was blacklisted by Arab countries because of its compliance with U.S.anti-boycott regulations.Briggs subsequently brought a lawsuit claiming damages as a result of U.S.government action.Specifically,Briggs demanded "just compensation" under the Fifth Amendment "takings clause." The court:

A) invoked sovereign immunity to avoid taking subject matter jurisdiction.
B) refused relief because the amount of damages was "speculative, at best."
C) refused relief because Briggs's property had not been "seized or restrained."
D) allowed relief, since Briggs could demonstrate a complete taking of certain contractual opportunities and reasonable investment expectations.
E) refused relief because Briggs lacked "standing."