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Which agency would most likely regulate satellites used for worldwide communication?

A
the FCC
B
NASA
C
the CIA
D
the SEC
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The president can quickly direct the agencies of the executive branch to respond to economic, social, or political needs by

A
signing legislation.
B
signing executive orders.
C
using mass media.
D
using appointed officials.
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Which two types of courts are found in a state’s judicial branch?

A
local and circuit
B
local and superior
C
local and trial
D
local and appellate
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What is the function of cabinet members in the federal bureaucracy?

A
They oversee large executive departments and report to Congress.
B
They oversee large independent agencies and report to the president.
C
They oversee large federal departments and report to the president.
D
They oversee large executive departments and report to the president.
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Law enforcement agencies such as the FBI are part of

A
the Department of Homeland Security.
B
the Department of Justice.
C
the Department of the Treasury.
D
the Department of Defense.
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Why does the executive office of the president include press and communications staff?

A
The president uses mass media to speak to Congress.
B
The president uses mass media to gain support for policies.
C
The president uses mass media to issue executive orders.
D
The president uses mass media to speak to other countries.
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How are the Senate leaders chosen?

A
They are appointed by the president of the Senate.
B
They are elected within each party.
C
They are elected by the whole Senate.
D
They are appointed by the president pro tempore.
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How many members are there in the House of Representatives?

A
100
B
200
C
435
D
535
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The Electoral Vote is tied between two presidential candidates. What happens next?

A
The House votes to determine who wins the presidency.
B
The Senate votes to determine who wins the presidency.
C
The presidency is decided by the Supreme Court.
D
The presidency is decided by the popular vote.

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