An amicus curiae brief is filed as a friend of _______

Which of the following would indicate that the economy is experiencing inflation?

a. Interest rates are increasing. b. Goods are becoming less expensive. c. The federal government is lowering tax rates. d. The Federal Reserve is increasing the money supply.

Which of the following best describes the term faction, used by James Madison in the Federalist Papers?

a. redistricting  b. self-interest group  c. party platform  d. political challenges