What was the origin of the dispute resulting in the 2012 Super Committee?

a. constitutional prohibition of raising the debt ceiling
b. constitutional prohibition of federal borrowing
c. inability to balance the budget
d. Democrats' desire to cut social program funding


Answer: c

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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If you are given the opportunity to end what would appear to be a long, drawn-out war by carrying out one surprise attack on a civilians in an enemy territory, what would just war theory suggest?

a. It would suggest that you try using diplomatic talks first before taking any action. b. It would suggest that any killing is wrong and should be avoided. c. It would suggest that you must carry out the attack in order to save many more lives over time. d. It would suggest that you take all precautions needed to avoid killing noncombatants.

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The division of constitutionally assigned power to national and subnational governments, with different subnational governments (states or provinces) having distinct relationships with and rights in relation to the national government is known as

a. an asymmetrical federal system b. a symmetrical federal system c. a centralized system d. autonomous regions

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Which of the following created the right to privacy?

a. the Bill of Rights – b. the Constitution c. the executive branch d. the judiciary

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