Which theory says that public policy is a product of whatever the majority of citizens prefer?

a. mass cooperation
b. pluralism
c. majoritarianism
d. democracy
e. conservatism


ANS: C

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During the post-World War II era of prosperity, President __________ convinced Congress to pass laws dealing with social justice, a safety net for the impoverished, improvements health care for the elderly, and greater access to educational opportunities

A) Kennedy B) Eisenhower C) Franklin D. Roosevelt D) Lyndon B. Johnson E) Truman

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Which of the following is an example of the broadening effect of globalization on world politics?

a. A state that previously shunned foreign trade becomes integrated into the global economy. b. A state that once had one major industry expands its economy to include several new industries. c. A state enacts broad tariffs against a range of foreign imports to protect domestic producers. d. A state lets a variety of foreign media companies distribute films and broadcasts on local airwaves.

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A governing system in which the people govern themselves is called __________

a. oligarchy b. democracy c. monarchy d. a confederation

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Under a federal system, states and the national government

A) are organized in a hierarchy in which the national government is always supreme. B) are organized in a hierarchy in which the state governments are always supreme. C) have concurrent jurisdiction over all important areas of governmental authority. D) have the power to act independently of one another. E) have completely separate powers.

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