A general response to the question of whether presidential or parliamentary systems produce better public policy seems to be that
A. no governmental system can produce good public policy.
B. there is no evidence that one produces qualitatively better policy than the other.
C. presidential systems are more effective policy producers.
D. parliamentary systems are more effective policy producers.
B
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a. China b. Brazil c. Germany d. Mexico e. Russia
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Coordination problems ______.
A. can be solved by larger groups by designating and following a leader B. generally decrease as groups get larger because the stakes are lower C. represent a trade-off with the prisoner's dilemma D. are unique to English-speaking countries
What happens at the national party conventions?
A. Delegates are assembled so the party can assess their future political potential based on their writing of the party platform. B. Presidential and vice presidential candidates are nominated, a party platform is written, and party rules are revised. C. Candidates are sworn to adhere to both the letter and the spirit of the party platform once they are elected to office. D. Elections are held to determine the new party leaders, who then appoint the members of the national and state committees.