Authoritarian systems that are often in the category of failed states deliberately confuse rule of law with "rule by law," which essentially means that __________
a. authorities adhere to the rule of law with no practical exceptions whatsoever
b. authorities use the law to achieve their ends, but are themselves above the law
c. there is an absence of any legal tradition in the country's history
d. the people play the most important role in shaping laws
b
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From a state government perspective, which of the following is not considered a benefit of state mandates?
a. They ensure that vital activities are performed and desirable goals are achieved. b. They promote uniformity of policy from one jurisdiction to another. c. All municipalities and counties have the same resources to fund these mandates. d. Promote coordination and efficiency among adjacent jurisdictions that provide services jointly.