The Framers of the Constitution held to the belief of English political philosopher Thomas Hobbes that
a. human beings are contentious and selfish.
b. government should be created by the people to serve the people.
c. people are born free and that natural rights cannot be taken from them.
d. the right to revolt against an unjust government is a natural right.
a
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Which burden of proof is used in civil matters?
A. "preponderance of evidence" B. "the average person" C. "clear and present danger" D. "beyond a reasonable doubt"
U.S. Captain Alfred Mahan influenced years of security policy by calling for which of the following grand strategies for the United States?
a. Increase in military alliances b. Expansion of aerial forces and bases c. Protection of the mainland of the United States d. Expansion of naval forces and bases
The reason(s) for studying public policy is (are):
A. Theoretical B. Practical C. Political D. All above
In which of these systems do judges wield the most power?
a. A decentralized government with a code law system b. A centralized government with a common law system c. A parliamentary government with a statute law system d. A federal government with an administrative law system