Which permanent committee consists of both chambers of Congress, does not propose legislation, and is investigative in nature, focusing on issues of general concern?
a. conference committee
b. standing committee
c. joint committee
d. select committee
e. ad hoc committee
ANS: C
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a. It began in the 1980s and intensified in the 1990s. b. It occurred because the country's political and economic elite were concerned with India's growth relative to other Asian countries. c. It required the borrowing of foreign capital, thus increasing the country's level of debt. d. It has helped to integrate the country into the world economy. e. It has helped to significantly expand the country's agricultural sector.
Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
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The first federal agency created under the Constitution, but which received few resources and little support, was which of the following?
a. The Commerce Department b. The Defense Department c. The State Department d. The Treasury Department
The FCC fined CBS in 2004 for what infamous television violation?
a. swearing at the Super Bowl half-time show b. swearing at the World Series opening ceremony c. nudity at the Super Bowl half-time show d. nudity at the World Series opening ceremony