The Internal Revenue Service and the Federal Transit Administration are examples of ______.
a. independent agencies
b. bureaus
c. the inner cabinet
d. the outer cabinet
b. bureaus
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The procedural powers of the presiding officers of the Texas legislature include all but which one of the following powers?
a. The power to call special sessions of the legislature b. The power to recognize legislators wishing to speak c. The power to determine the timetable for debate d. The power to refer bills to committees e. The power to appoint legislators to committees and to appoint committee chairpersons
Why were the founders so concerned about the “danger of factions”? How does the Constitution address this problem?
What will be an ideal response?
Teal Motor Corporation manufactures automobile parts. It currently has stock worth $120,000. It has not made any significant profit this year but has to pay taxes based on its earned surplus. Which of the following taxes is best described in this example?
a. the poll tax b. the amusement tax c. the insurance tax d. the franchise tax
Texas's method of financing elementary and secondary public education through a combination of state and local revenue has produced
A) wide disparities in education spending and, as a result, considerable controversy and litigation. B) an efficient, equitable, and fair system of education funding for Texas public schools. C) the highest level of per capita funding for school children anywhere in the country. D) equal per-student funding across the state. E) public praise and international acclaim.