Madison and the other Framers saw pure democracy, where people ruled directly, as a place where
A) ?well-reasoned, rational individuals would govern for the good of all.
B) ?a small group of self-interested people would govern for their own benefit.?
C) passions would outweigh judgments about the common good.
D) ?benevolent kings would rule in the interest of their subjects.
E) ?group consensus would lead to rational policy results.
C
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A. establishing training requirements to operate a barber shop B. establishing child labor laws C. establishing rates at which wells can pump oil from the ground D. reviewing rates charged for automobile insurance
Which school of thought is more likely to focus on encouraging swift action on environmental issues to prevent a calamitous future?
a. Cornucopian b. Neo-Malthusian c. Realist d. Impressionist
Which of the following is NOT an example of the system of checks and balances built into the Constitution?
a. A Supreme Court decision can be overturned by an amendment to the Constitution. b. A presidential veto can be overridden by a supermajority of Congress. c. House committee decisions can be overturned on the floor of the House by a majority vote. d. Presidential use of the military is limited by the appropriations power of Congress. e. Federal judges are appointed by the president and confirmed by the Senate.
Which is NOT a technique used by managed care to keep costs down?
A. utilization review which includes second opinion before surgery or hospitalization B. disease management programs C. use of a gatekeeper or primary care physician who approves when patient can see specialists D. computerized patient files