Which of these ideas was first advanced by Adam Smith?
a. Human beings are fundamentally moral.
b. Self-interest can produce social benefits.
c. Governments have a role in preserving traditions.
d. The government is inherently hostile to individual rights.
b
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In recent years there has been much administrative decentralization in Mexico in response to
A. foreign aid needs and requirements of loans Mexico receives from abroad. B. political party competition in presidential elections. C. rapid movement of rural residents to urban areas. D. the quest for profits among Mexican corporations.
The greatest fear of tightly coordinated action between lawmakers, agencies, and regulated interests is that of regulatory capture
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
A key difference between the National Performance Review (NPR) and earlier efforts to make the bureaucracy work better and cost less was that the NPR focused on increasing presidential control of government agencies.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Which of the following leadership abilities is critical to presidential success?
A. the ability to enter into executive agreements B. the ability to write legislation C. the ability to persuade members of Congress and the American public D. the ability to negotiate treaties