Which of the following does NOT affect vulnerability?

a. Aggregate measures such as supply and demand
b. A society's capacity to respond quickly to change
c. The magnitude and pace of the effects of dependence
d. Availability of substitutes for key products
e. Technological innovation


Answer: c

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The Supreme Court ruling in the Bakke case states that

A) affirmative action programs are allowable in law schools, but not in medical schools. B) race cannot be the sole factor in admissions decisions. C) all affirmative action programs are unconstitutional. D) race cannot be a factor in making admissions decisions. E) quota systems are constitutional.

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Lyndon Johnson, after watching Cronkite's February 27, 1968, broadcast, is quoted as saying, "That's it. If I've lost Cronkite, I've lost Middle America.". What was the result of this statement?

a. Johnson pushed for civil rights legislation. b. Johnson starting making appearances on television. c. Johnson gave up any possibility of seeking reelection. d. Johnson pushed for a troop withdrawal from Vietnam.

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