Public Policy Quiz 41 (20 MCQs)

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1. Most Americans fall here on the Political Spectrum sharing ideas from both political parties.

Correct Answer: B) Moderate.

2. A representative democracy is considered a .....

Correct Answer: C) Rule of Many.

3. You can't resist a political add because they use propaganda, which is "mind control" .

Correct Answer: B) False.

4. What are two major political parties in the United States?

Correct Answer: B) Democrat and Republican.

5. Generally believes that the role of government should be limited and that free enterprise and initiative should be promoted.

Correct Answer: B) Conservative.

6. In order for a natural monopoly to continue operations in the long run, the regulated price must be at least as high as:

Correct Answer: D) The ATC where ATC = Demand.

7. How many years does the President serve for?

Correct Answer: D) 4 Years.

8. Scenario:The economy is experiencing high unemployment. What type of policy might The Federal Reserve use to tackle this?

Correct Answer: A) Easy Money Policy.

9. In the executive cabinet, the Secretary of ..... is responsible for shaping foreign policy with the president.

Correct Answer: D) State.

10. Based on the government system in the United States, which individual activity is used to directly influence legislative decisions?

Correct Answer: D) Gathering signatures for a petition.

11. How would you describe U.S. foreign policy after World War II?

Correct Answer: C) Stop communism from spreading.

12. Is this public policy? The Supreme Court has used the doctrine of incorporation to apply the Bill of Rights to the States.

Correct Answer: A) Yes.

13. The US federal debt is made up of

Correct Answer: C) Many past years deficit spending.

14. Medium of Exchange is what people are willing to accept in exchange for goods & services

Correct Answer: A) TRUE.

15. Shifts in public opinion or leadership that lead to change

Correct Answer: C) Politics stream.

16. What does the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) do?

Correct Answer: B) Prevent discrimination against individuals with a disability.

17. The stand the government takes about a problem or an idea for improvement is called

Correct Answer: A) Public policy.

18. Which policy would help fight unemployment?

Correct Answer: A) Expansionary.

19. What tax rate is used by the federal income tax?

Correct Answer: A) Progressive Tax Rate.

20. How does government spending impact GDP?

Correct Answer: C) Government spending increases GDP.