The primary official role of courts is to
a. determine whether new government laws or policies violate the constitution.
b. adjudicate laws by deciding the guilt or innocence of individuals charged with a crime.
c. interpret vague laws passed by the other branches of government.
d. create new government policy in response to a pressing social problem.
e. settle civil disputes and disputes between units of government.
B
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A parliamentary-model executive is one in which
A. the president is chosen by an electoral college. B. the head of state and chief executive roles are performed by the same person. C. the prime minister is not controlled by a confidence vote. D. the head of state and chief executive roles are performed by two different people.
How is eligibility for voting determined under the Constitution?
a. Congress determines eligibility. b. States determine eligibility. c. Counties determine eligibility. d. The Constitution establishes universal suffrage.
It took until 1971 for Switzerland to extend the right to vote to women
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Economies are dynamic. Which factors below are not considered leading indicators that can be combined into a useful index of economic momentum?
a. The personal income growth in a state b. The change in unemployment rates c. The number of new babies born each year d. The level of population change