How does divided government affect the normal state of affairs in Washington?
A. It has had no effect since divided government has long been a feature of American politics.
B. Presidents are forced to work harder in their negotiations with Congress.
C. There is a zero-sum game as each side profits from the other side's failures.
D. Presidents are less likely to rely on their unilateral powers since Congress can easily overturn such actions.
Answer: C
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Refer to Figure 11.2. Which conclusion can be drawn from this figure?
a. Jimmy Carter's approval rating rose steadily throughout his term in office. b. Ronald Reagan's approval rating was not impacted by the Iran-Contra scandal. c. George W. Bush's approval rating peaked near September 11, 2001. d. Barack Obama's approval rating has yet to dip under 50 percent.
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