One reason some people resisted reform of the civil service system was because
a. the system was too complicated to reform
b. they wanted to keep the spoils system intact for personal gain
c. they agreed with George Washington about the civil service
d. they preferred federal employees to be hired on the basis of merit.
Answer: b. they wanted to keep the spoils system intact for personal gain
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If Congress chooses to lower taxes and fund programs with borrowed money, which of the following may result?
a. increasing interest rates b. decreasing employment c. lower price levels d. overall economic stability
Which of the following summarizes the quintessential dilemma for Congress?
a. All of the above are true. b. Negotiating presidential dominance of the policymaking process c. Balancing Republicans and Democrats on congressional committees d. Finding competent staff who possess adequate policymaking knowledge e. Combining faithful representation while also making effective public policy