Which of the following best describes the number of people in poverty in the United States since the 1970s?

a. It has steeply declined.
b. It has steeply increased.
c. It has steadily increased.
d. It has remained relatively constant but increased slightly in recent years.


d

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The president, in his capacity as head of state, is responsible for which of the following?

A. Determining the countries with which the United States will have diplomatic relations B. Engaging in activities that are largely symbolic or ceremonial in nature C. Sending troops into combat D. Leading the legislative process by submitting legislation E. Administering the laws

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Some are concerned that some states could use human rights concerns to justify interventions and wars.

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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The 2012 presidential election between Obama and Romney was viewed by some economically oriented partisans as an ideological slugfest between

A. Karl Marx and John Maynard Keynes. B. Milton Friedman and Friedrich Hayek. C. Milton Friedman and Karl Marx. D. Karl Marx and Friedrich Hayek. E. John Maynard Keynes and Friedrich Hayek.

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A major criticism of the Federal Reserve system is that while governed by a nominated and confirmed board of directors, it is primarily owned by ______.

a. private citizens b. the U.S. government c. private stockholders d. private banks

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