What advantage do the U.S. armed forces have that has enabled them to rebound from setbacks?
a. It is relatively small in size.
b. Congress has never cut its funding, allowing military leaders to maintain a constant level of preparedness.
c. The armed forces are able to offer soldiers excellent benefits to entice a large number of people to join.
d. American traditions of individualism and adaptability give them an edge over less flexible societies.
e. There is no standing army.
ANS: D
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a. the Senate Majority Leader b. the Speaker of the House c. Congress d. the Supreme Court