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

a 4-year bachelor's degree and programming experience

In criminal cases, a jury determines —

whether someone is guilty of breaking the law

What is the best title for this list? Strong work ethic Computer literacy Positive attitude

Characteristics That Employers Seek

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

Why is community service important in a democratic nation?

It addresses local needs and serves the public good.

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

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

weaknesses within the Articles of Confederation

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

To help carry out expressed powers

The principle of federalism gives governmental power to —

the national and state governments

What is an example of a proprietorship?

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

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

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Outdated Skills Due to Technological Advancements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

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