One of the barriers to the development of a merit-based employment system in Texas was __________
a. constitutional provisions allowing the governor to appoint most top officials in the executive branch
b. the implementation of whistle-blower protection laws
c. the influence of the individualistic political subculture
d. the creation of the Civil Service Commission by the federal government
Answer: c
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a. the media b. an interest group c. the legislature d. the executive branch
Which of the following states would likely have the lowest
propensity to engage in war? A) A state with a highly nationalistic culture. B) A state with a relatively short history of independence. C) A state with a relatively poor economy but experiencing rising prosperity. D) A state with an economy well-linked to the global economy.
Which of the following explains why institutions are stable and resistant to change?
a. Institutions persist even as the individuals who populate them are replaced. b. Those seeking change find it easy to bring about. c. Institutions interfere with collective action. d. Those affected by institutions make plans on the belief that current arrangements will remain.
All of the following have contributed to the water shortage in Texas EXCEPT ______.
a. dried up lakes b. dried up rivers c. declines in the aquifer d. selling water to other states