When compared to safety net systems found in other rich democracies, the American system __________.
A. is much more redistributive
B. is more likely to distribute benefits evenly across age groups
C. covers fewer people
D. requires more of private employers
Answer: C
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The primary distinction between an interest group and a political movement is that
A. an interest group concerns itself with only a small segment of society, while a political movement looks to improve everyone's condition. B. interest groups are more narrowly focused on specific policy goals than political movements are. C. interest groups focus solely on influencing politicians, whereas political movements focus solely on changing social norms. D. interest groups have broader and more numerous support than political movements. E. interest groups consist of formal organizations, whereas political movements consist solely of spontaneous gatherings.
The founders’ opposition to prior restraint showed their commitment to ______.
a. the right to due process of law b. freedom of the press c. freedom of assembly d. the right to bear arms
Under what circumstances would a new vice president assume the duties of president?
a. if no candidate achieves 270 electoral votes and the House vote results in an absolute majority of votes for one of the top three candidates b. if the top presidential vote getter declines the office and the House has to select a new candidate c. if the House vote does not result in a majority for one candidate and the Senate gives more than 51 votes to one of the vice presidential candidates d. if neither the House nor the Senate can establish a clear majority for president or vice president
In economic terms, the balance of trade is
a. total exports plus total imports. b. total imports minus total exports. c. total imports plus total exports. d. total exports minus total imports.