Most cases that come before the U.S. Supreme Court are discretionary, meaning the Court chooses to hear the case. They are “called up” from the lower courts using a legal process referred to as
a. writ of habeas corpus.
b. writ of mandamus.
c. writ of certiorari.
d. subpoena. e.
warrant.
ANS: C
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A) They vary independently of one another. B) All variables are held constant. C) All variables are allowed to vary freely. D) All variables are properly labeled.
The monopolistic model of bureaucracy states that
A. bureaucracies have no competitors and are therefore inefficient. B. decision making should be a rational process. C. advancement should be based on merit. D. bureaucracies seek expanded budgets and increased size. E. bureaucracies should apply similar decisions to similar situations.
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a. anecdotal b. empirical c. rhetorical d. clinical
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a. President Andrew Jackson is dressed in full military uniform b. the pedestal supporting the statue of President Jackson is inscribed, To the Victor Belong the Spoils c. President Jackson is riding a hungry pig which is feeding on garbage labeled, "bribery," "fraud", and "plunder" d. the white house can be seen in the background of the cartoon.