Which of the following pieces of legislation is credited with dramatically increasing the water quality in U.S. lakes and rivers?

The decision about how to analyze the data

A) should be made before the data are collected. B) should be made after the data are collected. C) should be made randomly. D) is not a particularly important concern in research.

What condition occurs when interests conflict and no coalition is strong enough to form a majority and establish policy, yet each may be strong enough to thwart the will of the others?

a. divided government b. hyperpluralism c. policy gridlock d. separation of powers