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Which best describes the impact of independent agencies on the executive branch?

A
They cause the executive branch to influence many aspects of life in the United States.
B
They cause the executive branch to create many rules and regulations.
C
They cause the executive branch to oversee both the judicial and legislative branches.
D
They cause the executive branch to regulate businesses and communications.
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Which executive agency would most likely be involved in cases of foreign espionage?

A
the Central Intelligence Agency
B
the Department of State
C
the Department of Defense
D
the Securities and Exchange Commission
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How does the Department of Health and Human Services support the public welfare?

A
It runs health and well-being programs for many people.
B
It provides assistance and guidance to veterans.
C
It ensures food safety along with plant and animal health.
D
It gives assistance to people who are retired or disabled.
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To become leaders of the executive bureaucracy, cabinet members are approved by

A
the president.
B
the Senate.
C
the House.
D
the vice president.
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Which statement about independent executive agencies is most accurate?

A
Independent executive agencies handle day-to-day operations for the president.
B
Independent executive agencies have a narrow focus.
C
Independent executive agencies are headed by a secretary who advises the president.
D
Independent executive agencies belong to the cabinet.
6

The executive branch under the president, including the cabinet, is called the

A
federal government.
B
federal bureaucracy.
C
Department of State.
D
Department of Defense.
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Which would the SEC most likely penalize for violating a regulation?

A
a radio station
B
a college
C
a bank
D
a supermarket
8

The executive department that deals most with foreign countries is

A
the Department of Defense.
B
the Department of State.
C
the Department of Labor.
D
the Department of Commerce.
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Cabinet members are responsible for

A
passing laws.
B
making policies.
C
proposing bills.
D
giving speeches.
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Which executive department would most likely try to stop a terrorist attack?

A
the Department of Justice
B
the Department of State
C
the Department of Homeland Security
D
the Department of Defense

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