The South African Constitutional Court
a. acts as the final court of appeal for matters related to the constitution.
b. is comprised of judges appointed for life.
c. is also known as the Supreme Court.
d. has regularly sided with the executive in its rulings leading many to question its independence.
e. has made a number of important decisions that have affected public policy.
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Amendments to the Constitution can be proposed by ________
a. a two-thirds vote of each house of Congress and three-fourths of the state legislatures b. a national referendum c. a majority of the Supreme Court and Congress, with the president's signature d. a three-fourths vote of state legislatures and the president's signature e. a simple majority of the Congress and of the state legislatures
The true result of a public opinion poll:
A) is a range of probabilities. B) is a single figure. C) needs to be kept anonymous. D) is not statistical. E) gives a clear winner.
Which of the following refers to laws that provide plans of action to address societal concerns and identify the executive units that will put them into effect?
A. appropriation laws B. dispensation bills C. authorization laws D. administrative adjudications E. administrative discretions
How can public policy affect your daily life?
a. It can determine with which political party you identify and if you vote. b. It can determine the constitutionality of controversial decisions and the nature of federalism. c. It can determine where you live and what job you take. d. It can determine the amount of tuition you pay and the quality of water you drink.