Which of the following is a characteristic of the scientific method?

A) the use of common sense
B) empirical methods of measurement
C) commonly held beliefs
D) consultation of government authorities for approval


Answer: B

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A semi-presidential hybrid system is similar to the presidential system in that ________

A. the president sits for a fixed term enjoying separation of survival and origin. B. the parliament is responsible for electing a prime minister. C. the prime minister heads the cabinet which runs the executive branch ministries. D. the president and parliament enjoy separation of survival. E. the cabinet does not sit for a fixed term.

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Which of the following factors have influenced the ideological evolution of political parties since the late twentieth century?

A.) the end of the Cold War B.) the rise of foreign and domestic terrorism C.) the growing importance of the parties' foreign policy opinions D.) the growing importance of stem cell research

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Once a title and summary have been assigned to a proposed law or ballot proposition, the text of law can be changed if mistakes are discovered.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Which of the following best describes the way members of the House of Representatives are elected?

a. The president appoints members of his own party. b. State legislatures vote for individual members from each district. c. Proportional representation. d. A plurality vote within geographic constituencies.

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