Researchers studied the labor market in Miami before and after the Mariel Boatlift in 1980, during which a large influx of Cubans arrived in Miami looking for jobs. The shock of the Mariel Boatlift on the local labor supply was exogenous to wages in Miami. This is an example of a(n)

A. Observational study
B. Randomized experiment
C. Quasi-experiment
D. Natural experiment


D. Natural experiment

Political Science

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When the Citizens United decision was handed down, a flood of corporate cash was expected to enter the political system. The ruling did result in more corporate and union spending, but far less than anticipated because _________.

A. many companies were reluctant to take stands that might alienate a large number of customers B. many companies were running losses as a result of an economic recession C. political parties refused to accept money from private corporations and unions D. political parties wanted a more reliable source of funds to finance their ongoing political campaigns

Political Science

By the late 1980s, what was a key economic strategy of most developing countries?

A. Emphasis on agricultural self-sufficiency B. Market-oriented development C. Preventing further investment by multinational corporations D. Import substitution

Political Science

The Association for Psychological Science is a regional psychology organization

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Political Science

Under the ______ clause, Congress has claimed the authority to define nearly all productive activity as interstate commerce.

a. productivity b. commerce c. business d. profitability

Political Science