Most weapons procurement contracts are ______, almost guaranteeing that the manufacturers will make a profit, thus encouraging them to make a low bid and allowing cost escalations.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
cost-plus
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Incumbent presidents seeking reelection have an advantage over challengers because __________
a. their campaigns are paid for entirely with public funding b. they do not have to run in primaries or caucuses c. they can raise money more easily d. they can ensure that the media give them positive coverage
In countries with a parliamentary system, there is likely to be __________ tension between the executive branch and the legislature
a. much less b. much more c. about the same d. slightly less
Which of the following are challenging the traditional Republican orthodoxy?
A.) the inability to get majorities in Congress B.) the departure of business and corporate interests from the party C.) Donald Trump's rhetoric and policy positions D.) increased Tea Party conservatism
What are transaction costs?
A. fees associated with the Electoral College B. the costs only associated with the enactment of laws C. the time, effort, and resources required to make collective decisions D. the money necessary to inhibit specific types of actions