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Which of the following scenarios best illustrates a potential conflict arising from the 'full faith and credit' clause of the U.S. Constitution?

A A state refusing to extradite a criminal suspect to another state where they committed a crime.
B A state attempting to invalidate a same-sex marriage legally performed in another state prior to federal recognition.
C The federal government passing a law that overrides a state law regarding environmental protection.
D A state charging higher tuition fees for out-of-state residents at public universities.

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

The 'full faith and credit' clause requires states to respect the 'public acts, records, and judicial proceedings of every other state.' A state refusing to recognize a legal marriage from another state directly challenges this principle.

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