What is meant by a charter?
A. the oldest and most common form of city government, consisting of either a weak mayor and a city council or a strong mayor elected by voters and council
B. a gradual change in property ownership with wealthier people buying property and moving into neighborhoods, leading to the revitalization of the area
C. a city "constitution" that outlines the structure of city government, defines the authority of the various officials, and provides for their selection
D. a form of local government in which the voters directly elect the city council and the mayor
E. a form of local government in which the members of the city council select the mayor, who then shares power with other elected or appointed boards and commissions
C
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What is the definition for "political efficacy?"
A. another word for political interest B. the feeling that one can personally make a difference by participating in public affairs C. a measure of partisanship D. a measurement for the efficiency of government
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