Strict construction holds that the Constitution should be interpreted in light of modern values

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


FALSE

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Which type of election system has served as the primary means of increasing minority representation on city councils?

A) Pure at-large B) At-large place C) Multi-member districts D) Single-member districts

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Match the below example with the correct research tool.

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services wanted to evaluate whether a stop-smoking program would lower the government’s costs in providing insurance. A random group of Medicare beneficiaries were selected for a pilot program. Some of that group was randomly chosen to receive a stop-smoking pamphlet, while the others received a free stop-smoking program. After two years, the agency compared the amount of money spent on medical care for each group. b. A university psychology department invited students to participate in a study about groupthink in the lab. By a flip of a coin, students were assigned to either receive written information, and then answer a survey, or talk about the information with other students and then take the survey. c. A student surveyed members of the American Political Science Association. She did not have enough resources to survey all the members, so she sent her questionnaire to 100 members chosen by chance. d. A study examined several predictors of dropping out of high school by comparing students who did not graduate with those who stayed in school of the same race, gender, and age. = Randomized experiment on a random sample = Random assignment = Random sampling = Matching

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What modifications has President Obama NOT made to antiterrorism policies of previous administrations?

a. The Obama administration banned torture. b. The Obama administration aligned policies with the rule of law. c. The Obama administration expanded consultations with Congress. d. The Obama administration affirmed its commitment to civilian courts. e. The Obama administration authorized drone attacks on U.S. citizens.

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When a president releases a prisoner from the prison term they are serving before it is completed, it is an example of a(n)

A) mandate. B) reprieve. C) pardon. D) filibuster. E) amnesty.

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