Today, most cases make their way to the Supreme Court when at least four justices agree to hear a case, and a writ of certiorari is issued

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


True

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What is the central tenet of supply-side economics?

A) Lowering tax rates will stimulate so much additional productive economic activity that the government will raise more in revenues than if tax rates were maintained at a higher level. B) Modest adjustments can be made in the fiscal policy as long as the deficits never grow too large, and these adjustments will eventually pay off any budget shortfalls. C) Progressive tax rates ensure that the economy is stimulated by the most productive elements of society and so all budget shortfalls will be paid off. D) Large tax cuts coupled with increases in defense spending and continued high spending will eventually stimulate a flagging economy to generate surplus revenue. E) Unexpected economic growth can be managed by offering large tax cuts and increased defense spending.

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Under the Auto Safety Act of 1966, what is the penalty for knowingly and intentionally manufacturing a dangerous car?

a) There are no criminal penalties b) A minimum of 3 months and a maximum of 6 months in jail c) A minimum of 1 year and a maximum of 2 years in jail d) A minimum of 15 years and a maximum of 30 years in jail

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Richard Nixon chose ________ as the new chief justice in 1969, hoping with this appointment to move the Supreme Court toward a more ?strict construction? interpretation of the Constitution in its subsequent decisions.

A) John Marshall B) Nelson Rockefeller C) Warren Burger D) Harry Blackmun E) Earl Warren

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President George W. Bush signed the CAFTA-DR into law, despite opposition from which group?

A. Automakers B. Bankers C. Consumers D. Farmers E. Textile workers

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