What has been the effect of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)?

a. It has helped some people, but it has not been effective in helping unmarried working mothers.
b. It has primarily benefited those who earn $100,000 a year or more.
c. It has clearly reduced poverty rates among low-income workers.
d. It has not been as effective as anticipated.


Answer: c

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During the first thirty years or so of the new constitutional democracy in the United States, what was the relationship between the states and the new federal government?

a. This era saw a constant struggle between federal powers and those of the states. Eventually the federal government became dominant. b. The federal government had no powers at this time and was, in effect, non-existent. c. During this era, there was a unique and effective balance between the two governments. d. This era is often referred to as the period of state-centered federalism, in which the states managed their own affairs with very little interference from the federal government. e. During this era the new federal government was dominant.

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In 1976, South African police opened fire on hundreds of protesters in Soweto who objected to __________

a. Christian school prayer
b. separate-but-equal public accommodations
c. learning Afrikaans in school
d. enlisting in the military

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A lobbyist is defined as which of the following?

A. Any association that employs an interest group to influence the government B. An individual affiliated with one of the two major parties C. An individual or organization that attempts to influence legislation and the administrative decisions of government D. A government worker who is not an elected official E. A member of Congress who shapes the legislative agenda to benefit powerful interest groups

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Within the budgetary process, what is a continuing resolution, and by when must it be approved?

What will be an ideal response?

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