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 Which of these statements is true regarding local (or city) governments in the United States? The Constitution mandates the creation of local governments. Local governments only have as much power as states allow. Local governments are sovereign and have unlimited authority. Local governments can define their legal boundaries, regardless of state direction.

A congressional whip is a floor leader that gauges support for bills and tries to enforce party discipline in accordance with a political agenda True False

There are three types of committees used in Congress.  Which of these is NOT a committee-type used by Congress? Unilateral committee Standing committee Joint committee Select committee

A unitary system of government has some advantages compared to a federal system. Which of these choices is NOT an advantage of a unitary system of government? (Points : 1) Power and authority are concentrated in one central, sovereign government. Provinces are used as administrative subdivisions of the central government and implement laws. High degree … Read more

 Under a Home Rule Charter, local authority is usually established by the local voters. never established by the state’s legislature. never established by the state’s constitution. usually established by a provision in the state’s constitution or granted by the state’s legislature.

The national government can attempt to gain the cooperation of state governments by using what type of coercive measures? Increasing tax rates on residents of the state Withholding health care coverage Use of federal marshals All of the above

An earmark is an item used as a placeholder during a debate in the Senate. an item that a representative has recommended for legislative veto. an item placed into the budget that targets House members’ districts or Senators’ states. an item placed in the budget for the purposes of balancing it.

Which of these choices is NOT a type of local government? Municipalities Special districts Counties None of the above

The principal powers of Congress include all except (Points : 1) the power of the purse. the power to declare war. implied powers. the power to hire generals.

 Which legislative act is a good example of intergovernmental relations that are the hallmark of Cooperative Federalism? The Social Security Act of 1935 The Alien and Sedition Act of 1798 The Immigration Act of 1924 None of the above