In the context of the merit system of staffing, according to a 1976 Supreme Court decision, states ________
A. cannot dismiss civil servants for political reasons
B. cannot hire employees based on their performance
C. can hire and promote civil servants based on the spoils system
D. cannot promote employees based on their demonstrated skill set
E. can dismiss civil servants who belong to a particular political party
A
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a. Categorical grants-in-aid b. General revenue sharing c. Block grants d. Community development grants e. Federal mandates
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