Separation of powers creates the possibility of __________
a. divided government
b. unified government
c. authoritarianism
d. confederalism
ANS: A
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a. considered less efficient, but it represents the traditional legislative form in this country. b. composed of a single chamber; only Iowa has such a legislative body. c. composed of a single chamber; only Nebraska has such a legislative body. d. a two-house structure.
The assumption by the federal government of all regulatory policy in a particular policy area is called
a. total preemption. b. a federal mandate. c. a national federal mandate. d. state exclusion prerogative.
Groups that exist to promote economic conditions favorable to its members, and economic opportunities for its members, are referred to as
a. economic interest groups. b. self-help groups. c. self-interest groups. d. business associations. e. labor unions.
Which of the following was one of the primary objectives in the American-led war in Afghanistan?
a. remove the Taliban-led government b. protect religious freedom c. retaliate for the bombing of the USSCole d. protect Iraq from Afghani military attacks