The "layer cake" comparison is used to describe ______ federalism, which began in the 1930s.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


Answer: dual

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When the federal government addresses issues such as poverty and health care, it is concerned with which of the following types of policy?

A. Social B. Civil C. Regulatory D. Domestic E. Economic

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Which of the following statements about interest group litigation is LEAST accurate?

A. Litigation is relatively inexpensive, and so it is a favored tactic of small groups with few resources. B. Litigation was an essential component of the early civil rights movement in the 1950s. C. Oftentimes, important cases do not arise spontaneously but are, rather, test cases brought by interest groups trying to establish new precedents. D. Litigation is a means by which groups with little public support can advance their interests. E. Sometimes, instead of filing suit themselves, interest groups will issue amicus curiae briefs in favor of another party engaged in a dispute.

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Severance taxes and the corporation franchise tax are taxes levied on business in Texas

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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With the exception of employees with advanced education or credentials, how does federal government pay compare to that in the private sector?

a. pay is much less b. pay is much more c. pay is about the same d. the pay is slightly more

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