In making the Louisiana Purchase in 1803, Thomas Jefferson drew on the claim of __________
a. inherent powers
b. a presidential mandate
c. war power
d. executive privilege
a
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Which method of national influence over the states is most favored by state officials?
A. dual federalism B. the categorical grant C. the block grant D. the unfunded mandate
According to an analysis by the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, what was the effect of the Social Security program on the poverty rates of older adults?
A. Almost half of older adults were kept out of poverty by the social security program. B. The program was ineffective on many measures. C. One in 10 older adults was kept out of poverty by Social Security. D. The situation is too complex to determine impacts.
Government-sponsored enterprises are primarily responsible to
A. the Executive Office of the President. B. shareholders. C. the electorate. D. Congress. E. the Office of Management and Budget.
What term is used for the concept that underground water is more or less completely controlled by the person who owns the land above the water?
a. rule of capture b. principle of private authority c. right of eminent domain d. Ogallala Aquifer rule e. right of habeas corpus