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Which description best reflects military force as hard power?

A
the use of military force to resolve foreign policy situations instead of diplomacy
B
the willingness to use sparse military forces to support diplomatic efforts
C
the use of a strong military only for defense against a direct attack
D
the willingness to use a large standing, modern military as a show of strength
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Read the scenario.An American journalist is being held in a foreign prison. The president is meeting with their administration to determine what to do. The president says, "I approve the use of $500,000 in defense funds to secure the release of the journalist and to ensure their safe return to the United States.”Is the president able to make this declaration?

A
Yes, as commander in chief, the president has the ultimate decision-making power.
B
Yes, aside from declaring war, the president makes all policy decisions.
C
No, the president is only able to negotiate treaties.
D
No, Congress needs to vote on foreign-policy spending.
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Which are characteristics of nongovernmental organizations? Select three options.They are overseen by a nation’s government.They are required to make a profit on operations.They are always based in the United States.They have volunteer workers. They function in multiple countries.They focus on humanitarian, environmental, and economic programs.

A
They are overseen by a nation’s government.
B
They are required to make a profit on operations.
C
They are always based in the United States.
D
They have volunteer workers.
E
They function in multiple countries.
F
They focus on humanitarian, environmental, and economic programs.
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I
It is controlled only by the federal government.
A
All funding comes from the state.
I
It is set by multiple levels of the government.
A
All policies are determined by local school boards.
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Which statements are accurate about Medicare? Select 3 options. It provides medical assistance to senior citizens over age 65.It is administered and regulated by the state government. It makes medical care free for everyone who is enrolled. It is an extension of the government’s Social Security program. It is facing a major funding problem due to an increase in older Americans.

I
It provides medical assistance to senior citizens over age 65.
I
It is administered and regulated by the state government.
I
It makes medical care free for everyone who is enrolled.
I
It is an extension of the government’s Social Security program.
I
It is facing a major funding problem due to an increase in older Americans.
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C
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D
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The two main categories of foreign policy enforcement are

A
concrete and abstract.
B
military and economic.
C
hard and soft.
D
strong and weak.
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The actual carrying out, or implementation, of foreign policy falls to

A
the president.
B
executive agencies.
C
the armed forces.
D
Congress.
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What is a difference between payroll and income taxes?

A
Payroll taxes are itemized deductions from an individual’s paycheck, while income taxes are based on an individual’s salary.
B
Payroll taxes are taken out of an individual’s salary once a year, while income taxes are paid by workers every time they get paid.
C
Payroll taxes are based on an individual’s salary, while income taxes are itemized deductions from an individual’s paycheck.
D
Payroll taxes are paid by individuals who have a job, while income taxes are partially funded by employers and employees.
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The best way for a country to implement foreign policy is

A
unilaterally.
B
with military power.
C
multilaterally.
D
with hard power.
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Based on the taxing and spending cycle, how will changing expenditures affect taxes collected by the government?

A
Spending less will help lower prices, leading to an increase in tax revenue for the government.
B
Spending less will reduce services, leading to a reduction in tax revenue for the government.
C
Spending more will boost prices, leading to an increase in tax revenue for the government.
D
Spending more will increase services, leading to a reduction in tax revenue for the government.
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Nongovernmental organizations operate

A
with governmental oversight.
B
using contract workers.
C
independent of government.
D
in single countries.
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A
task force
B
legislature
C
interest groups
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An interest group hires lobbyists to

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raise money for politicians.
i
influence legislators.
e
enact laws in its favor.
h
handle tough problems.
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Money spent on government programs is referred to as

A
bonding.
B
an obligation.
C
revenue.
D
an expenditure.
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One possible use for foreign aid is for one country to help another

A
improve military power.
B
reduce tariffs.
C
remove trade barriers.
D
change policies.
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Who builds strong relations with foreign powers to ensure the nation’s safety?

A
congressmen and senators
B
presidents and vice presidents
C
diplomats and ambassadors
D
military chiefs and defense leaders

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