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Characteristics That Employers Seek

Why have only 27 amendments been added to the Constitution of the US in more than 200 years?

The process of adding amendments is very complex

From this information, it can best be concluded that the news media —

displayed a positive bias to the candidate from Party X

Which statement best represents 'Consent of the Governed'

We the people of the US establish this Constitution

How are implied powers most often used by the United States Congress?

To help carry out expressed powers

In criminal cases, a jury determines —

whether someone is guilty of breaking the law

We, the People of the United States, in order to form a more perfect union refers to

weaknesses within the Articles of Confederation

Why is community service important in a democratic nation?

It addresses local needs and serves the public good.

What is an example of a proprietorship?

Ed owns a restaurant & is responsible for all of the debts.

The principle of federalism gives governmental power to —

the national and state governments

what will happen if the price of a slice of pizza decreases from $2.50 to $1.00?

There will not be enough pizza produced

Which action is an example of political lobbying?

A group asks legislators to pass tougher antipollution laws

Which characteristics would make a job seeker in computer programming desirable? A person with

a 4-year bachelor's degree and programming experience

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1
Which amendment led to this decision?
5th
8th
16th
13th
2
In which court case did the United States Supreme Court establish the power of judicial review?
Marbury v. Madison
Brown v. Board of Education
Dred Scott v. Sandford
Plessy v. Ferguson
3
A citizen can help ensure the rights of an accused person by —
obeying the state law
serving in the military
paying an income tax
serving on a jury
4
Which person is eligible to register to vote in the state of Virginia?
Ranjan
Carla
Alyssa
Rick
5
Which power is a responsibility of the Virginia General Assembly?
Regulates the economy
Administers state bureaucracy
Approves state budget
Exercises judicial review
6
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National Requirements for All Jobs
Characteristics That Employers Seek
Personal Training Courses Offered by the Federal Government
Outdated Skills Due to Technological Advancements
7
Why have only 27 amendments been added to the Constitution of the US in more than 200 years?
Changes in society are too small to require amendments.
National laws limit the number of amendments.
The process of adding amendments is very complex
The courts strike down many amendments.
8
A presidential veto is one way the president can influence
judicial review
foreign affairs
international trade
national polices
9
Which term completes this economic flow?
savings
investment
taxes
income
10
From this information, it can best be concluded that the news media —
showed a negative bias toward both political parties
gave more positive coverage to the candidate from Party Y
showed little favoritism between political parties
displayed a positive bias to the candidate from Party X
11
This agreement is an example of how the United States takes part in a —
financial agreement
global economy
military agreement
regulatory organization
12
Which term best describes the message on this poster?
Guarantee
Investment
Insurance
Deposit
13
Which statement best represents 'Consent of the Governed'
We the people of the US establish this Constitution
All Bills for Revenue shall start in the House of Rep
Congress shall assemble at least once every year
No person except a natural born citizen shall be president
14
Which branch of the government has the power to declare Virginia laws unconstitutional?
State executive branch
Federal legislative branch
State judicial branch
Federal executive branch
15
Daily Journal Headline: Lawsuit filed against major store for unfair sales practices
employee rights
property rights
consumer rights
civil rights
16
The powers of local Virginia governments are granted directly by the —
Constitution of the United States
United States Attorney General
Virginia Circuit Court
Constitution of Virginia
17
How are implied powers most often used by the United States Congress?
To give the government veto powers
To encourage citizens to vote
To help carry out expressed powers
To force the executive branch to sign new legislation
18
The number of members in the House of Representatives is based on
the number of state senators
voter registration
state population
number of political districts
19
In criminal cases, a jury determines —
the best way to settle a disagreement between two people
whether someone is guilty of breaking the law
whether a person's plea deal can be accepted
how much money one person needs to pay another person
20
Which action will the government take when it needs more money?
lower taxes
increase taxes
Hold elections
higher workers
21
We, the People of the United States, in order to form a more perfect union refers to
national problems caused by outdated laws
weaknesses within the Articles of Confederation
grievances in the Declaration of Independence
failed policies made by foreign officials
22
Whats the best action the govt can take to increase the amt of funds available for businesses?
balance the budget
lower taxes
reduce the consumer demand
borrow money
23
Which action represents a way the federal government can promote business competition?
regulating investors
enforcing tariffs
Punishing polluters
prohibiting monopolies
24
Why is community service important in a democratic nation?
It removes the national government's duty to improve society
It addresses local needs and serves the public good.
It helps businesses find and train new employees.
It lowers unemployment by giving jobs to volunteers.
25
Ordinance 617 no smoking in govt building- the local gov created this ;aw to
regulate land use
promote public health
protect consumer rights
support federal laws
26
In the State of the Union address the president demonstrates what power
Power to influence legislation
Power to approve cabinet members
Ability to change judicial decisions
Ability to veto legislation
27
What is an example of a proprietorship?
Jo & Bo own a flower shop they share equally in the profits
Ed owns a restaurant & is responsible for all of the debts.
Rob owns stock in a steel co & receives a part of the profit
Juan & Phil own a store & are both responsible for the debts
28
The principle of federalism gives governmental power to —
the county and local governments
a strong confederate government
a powerful state government
the national and state governments
29
what will happen if the price of a slice of pizza decreases from $2.50 to $1.00?
Profits of pizza makers will increase
There will not be enough pizza produced
Customers will not buy as much pizza
The cost of producing pizzas will rise
30
Which pair of economic systems best completes this diagram?
Command — Traditional
Mixed — Traditional
Mixed — Free Market
Free Market — Command
31
Which action is an example of political lobbying?
A group asks legislators to pass tougher antipollution laws
A candidate holds a campaign rally for registered voters
The governor gives special advice to legislative members
The news exposes corrupt practices in election campaigns
32
Which characteristics would make a job seeker in computer programming desirable? A person with
a 4-year bachelor's degree and programming experience
recently earned a HS diploma but has no work experience
a doctoral degree in economics and management experience
2-year associate's degree but no work experience
33
Which meeting would a person attend to hear only legislation concerning the local county?
District Court
Governor
Board of Supervisors
General Assembly

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