Which of the following statements is true of the attempt to revise the constitution of Texas in the 1970s?
a. The revised constitution did not meet the approval of the voters.
b. The document prepared by the revision commission was rejected by three votes.
c. The proposed revisions did not make any changes to the structure of government.
d. A constitutional convention was scheduled to prepare the first draft.
Answer: B
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A. Banks' investment portfolios often contain millions of dollars in assets located in other countries. B. Economic crises are less common and typically less severe than they used to be. C. Investors and businesses are denied access to overseas markets. D. Global financial integration has failed to provide a better return on investment for investors.
Overall, which term best describes calculating voter turnout?
a. Fast b. Complex c. Simple d. Impossible
During its 1970s-economic crisis, Britain tried a corporatist wage bargaining approach, the result of which was that
a. Britain’s labor unions became very similar to Germany’s b. local unions ignored what peak associations negotiated c. the number of strikes was reduced d. British industry’s influence was damaged
Why did the framers settle on a single, as opposed to a three-person, executive?
a. They realized that one person would act more decisively, yet still be constrained by checks and balances. b. The president would not play a significant role in the legislative process. c. The president would not have the power of the veto. d. They feared that three individuals would not provide a unified voice for the government.