In a developing country, many people do not participate in the presidential election because they know it being held in a corrupt manner. According to the UN Development Programme, this example shows a threat to ______ security.

Which of the following is a congressional check on the president?

a. can declare laws unconstitutional b. can nominate judges c. can refuse to ratify treaties d. can pardon persons convicted by federal courts

On average and on most issues, what percentage of the American public are "chronic know-nothings" in terms of public affairs?

a. 10 percent c. 50 percent b. 20 percent d. 75 percent