Proportional representation is a system
a. in which most of the seats in the legislature are distributed to the party that receives the majority of votes.
b. in which seats in the legislature are distributed in proportion to the number of votes that a party receives.
c. in which all parties participating in an election are guaranteed a certain number of seats.
d. that tends to have only two major parties.
e. that is inherently unfair because it hinders minor parties.
b
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Internal sovereignty means
a. a democratically elected government and a just legal order. b. supremacy over all authorities within that territory and population. c. independence of outside influence. d. a military force capable of defending the nation from foreign forces.
Which of the following statements is untrue?
A.state and local budgets have risen since 1950 B. early in our history, states provided few services C. compared to the federal government, state and local governments are minimal providers of public services today D. government's role in health care expanded dramatically since 1950
Discuss the purpose of the Environmental Protection Agency. Explain whether it is more in line with the conservation or preservation view of environmental policy.
What will be an ideal response?
The cost of pollution produced by a factory is an example of
a. negative externality b. fiscal policy c. monetary policy d. capitalism