If a journalist mistakenly claims a presidential candidate lied, which of these applies?

a. slander
b. intent
c. absence of malice
d. libel


Answer: c

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Which historical figure has been named the father of public administration?

   a. Lorenz von Stein  b. Adam Smith  c. Robert Owen  d. George Washington 

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The __________ counsels the president on how much money should be distributed to each government agency and reports on each agency's effectiveness

a. secretary of the treasury b. Office of Management and Budget c. secretary of commerce d. chief of staff

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Many working-class people identify as middle class and therefore vote more conservatively than they should according to their class

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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