When we talk about “the government” in terms of distinguishing parliamentary, presidential, and semi-presidential systems (e.g., when we say that the government depends on the legislative majority as well as the president in a mixed system) we mean ______.

Which of the following statements about the U.S. trade deficit is TRUE?

a. The U.S. trade deficit has steadily declined. b. The U.S. trade deficit has only negative economic impacts upon the American economy and consumer. c. The trade deficit is solely a result of the United States reducing tariffs thus allowing for more foreign goods to enter the American market. d. The fact that the U.S. dollar is a main international reserve currency helps to offset the negative economic impact of the trade deficit. e. All of these are true.

What condition must be met if a PAC spends money to support a particular candidacy?

A. The money must go toward purchasing media ads only. B. The money must be used to support a general party or issue, not the individual candidate. C. The PAC cannot be affiliated with a political party. D. The spending effort cannot be coordinated with the candidate. E. The money has to be spent or donated in amounts equal to or less than $2,500.