The use of initiative and referendum illustrates which of the following theories of governance?
(A) Separation of powers
(B) Representative democracy
(C) Direct democracy
(D) Virtual democracy
(E) Abusive democracy
Answer: (C) Direct democracy
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Which of the following is NOT true regarding issue positions of the major parties?
a. Democrats want “more services” over “cutting government spending.” b. Democrats are more likely than Republicans to advocate for gun control. c. Republicans are more likely than Democrats to oppose abortion. d. Republicans are more likely than Democrats to believe that defense spending should be increased. e. Democrats are more likely than Republicans to oppose guaranteed jobs and standards of living.
An independent judiciary is one of the five elements of democracy
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Caucus participants of both parties
A) are unrepresentative of the general population. B) tend to be less ideological than the general population. C) tend to have less education than the general population. D) largely come from low-income groups. E) None of the above
States have the responsibility for licensing drivers and vehicles and enforcing traffic laws
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.