The American legal system is based on the assumption that truth will emerge from the clash of opposing interests. This is known as the

One advantage of decentralized power in a federal system is that it:

a. provides the legislative branch with more power than the executive branch b. makes legislation easier to pass c. is a natural check on the power of the federal government d. is less susceptible to corruption

The strength of the US economy allows presidents to champion American national interests in an international setting by threatening to __________

A)increase tariffs on US goods in the international markets, thereby forcing regime change in authoritarian states B)suspend or cut trade relations, which gives them the leverage necessary to force concessions C)increase economic liberalization, thereby forcing states to sign join international organizations D) expand US economic hegemony, which forces states to join competing states in a military alliance