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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According to the text, how has the number of interest groups in Washington changed over the past 40 years?
a. an increase has been seen only in the past decade b. an increase has been seen only in the past twenty years c. the number has nearly doubled d. there has been a sharp increase in the number e. there has been no change
Which historical figure has been named the father of public administration?
a. Lorenz von Stein b. Adam Smith c. Robert Owen d. George Washington
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.
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