Gondor and Mordor share a long border. After years of peace, Mordor decides to annex an island that Gondor claims as its own. Because of its stronger military, Mordor is able to do this. While the rest of the global community proclaims their outrage, no one stops Mordor. This is best an example of which challenge to the international system?

Cities often borrow money by issuing ______ that must first be approved by local voters.

What will be an ideal response?

Fiscal policy is a mechanism the government employs to influence the economy. Fiscal policy is based on

A. the projections of the Federal Reserve Board. B. the importance of maintaining a 12-month (fiscal year) economic cycle. C. the money supply. D. the idea that a balanced budget is the key to a healthy economy. E. the government's taxing and spending decisions.