Why does the federal government prefer the use of categorical grants rather than block grants?


a. There is more flexibility in how state and local governments use the money.
b. They are short term in nature and do not need to be perpetuated.
c. They have more control and discretion over how money is used.
d. They include a provision for unfunded mandates.


c. They have more control and discretion over how money is used.

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a. journalists b. members of Congress c. academics d. government employees e. all of the above

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Which factor is essential to the consolidation of democracy in a country that has recently transitioned from authoritarianism?

a. Conditionality b. Economic growth c. Personal networks d. Organizational strategy

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The "office block" or "Massachusetts ballot" lists all the candidates according to

a. the popularity of the candidates. b. the office for which they are running. c. political party. d. last name, regardless of the office for which they are running. e. the amount of money each candidate has raised.

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