From 1970 to 1997, the federal government ran a _____ and the state and local governments combined ran a ____.

The historical record indicates that foreign aid has

a. played a major role in helping formerly poor countries grow rapidly and achieve high income levels. b. re-enforced corrupt governments and policies that stifle productive activities. c. helped poor countries escape counterproductive policies imposed by authoritarian political leaders. d. promoted economic growth, but slowed the movement toward political democracy.

Jim Smith would like to work, but has not looked for work in the past four weeks because he does not believe any jobs are available. In the official employment statistics, Jim is classified as:

A. underemployed. B. unemployed. C. employed. D. out of the labor force.