According to the text, which of the following is NOT a criterion used by presidents in choosing Supreme Court nominees?
a. the candidate’s political ideology
b. the candidate’s qualifications
c. endorsements received by national news media
d. rewards due to a friend or political ally
e. representation of groups the president believes should be included in the political process
c. endorsements received by national news media
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
The Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) judges which of the following?
a. whether the researcher has chosen the appropriate species of animal to answer his or her question b. the number of animals that should be used to maintain a reasonable amount of power c. whether methods of euthanasia are in accordance with accepted procedures d. insures that no animals are used in research
The concept of an open elite refers to the opportunity
A. for the military to decide who has access to political participation. B. for the judiciary to rule on who can participate in politics. C. for members of the political masses to become part of the political elite. D. for the bureaucracy to have more influence in policymaking.
The president's participation in the G-8 and G-20 summits is an example of the president fulfilling which role?
a. Head of State c. Commander in Chief b. Chief Diplomat d. Chief Legislator