In September of 2011, the United States exported 180.4 billion dollars worth of goods and imported 223.5 billion dollars worth. This is an example of a positive balance of trade

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.


Answer: False

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In a system of nationally controlled production, __________ control(s) a cycle of accumulation based on producing products for export.

A. the local population B. local peasants C. the local capitalist class D. foreign markets

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Aside from the obvious shortage of time and money with which to participate, which of the following has been identified as a reason the poor are less likely to try to effect change through interest groups?

a. Inability to understand the big picture b. Unwillingness to expend the energy c. Low levels of efficacy d. Lack of caring

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Political party nominees are required to endorse and follow the party's platform

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Societal prejudices against women can be seen in all of the following ways EXCEPT a. the continued practice of giving and receiving a dowry

b. the fact that the country has a lower percentage of females than males. c. illiteracy rates that are higher among girls and women than among boys and men. d. a lower survival rate of female versus male infants. e. the imposition of the veil upon women.

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