A factor that led to the Meiji Restoration was
a. the widespread acceptance of democratic ideas.
b. a nearly successful invasion of the country by Korea.
c. the forced opening of the country by an American fleet.
d. the spread of industrialization.
e. the rise of the Shogun class.
c
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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. Classical economic theorists argue that tax cuts and other incentives for investors and businesses at the top will lead to economic benefits for those at the bottom. 2. Supply-side economies believe in zero government intervention to implement policies. 3. Classical economic theory draws on free market ideas. 4. The gross domestic product (GDP) is the nation’s total production of goods and services for a single year. 5. Federal budget processes did not exist before the Budget and Accounting Act of 1921.
In most states, congressional district lines are drawn
A. by a small group of party leaders in the state legislature. B. by a non-partisan state panel of commissioners. C. by a non-partisan panel elected in special elections. D. by a group of retired judges elected by political party leaders. E. at a forum chaired by the state's U.S. Senators.
De facto segregation is a product of segregated housing patterns and neighborhood schools rather than direct discrimination
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Today, approximately what percentage television households subscribe to cable or to satellite services?
a. 90 b. 75 c. 50 d. 25