One of the fundamental problems for government is reconciling preferences because ______.
A. our preferences are generally closely linked to self-interest
B. the preferences most Americans hold are based on religious values
C. a diversity of preferences is natural among citizens
D. there are usually only one or two dominant interests in society
Answer: C
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a. Canada and the United States have an almost identical percentage of turnout. b. Greece has a lower turnout than the United States. c. The United States has a higher turnout than Israel. d. The United States has a higher turnout than South Africa.
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a. the governor or the voters. b. the Commission on Judicial Performance or the voters. c. the legislature. d. the governor and the legislature together.
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a. initiating legislation. b. creating government agencies. c. making policy through decree. d. appointing public officials. e. selecting his successor.