As depicted in Figure 3.2, Confidence in the Three Branches of Government, the American people believe which branch of government is the most trustworthy?

Historically, which of the following has played the most important role in setting the agenda for American foreign and defense policymaking?

a. the president b. Congress c. the Supreme Court d. the military e. the Speaker of the House

Among the many proposals for fundamental tax reform is the recommendation to integrate corporate and personal taxation, usually called the comprehensive business income tax. Describe the basic idea behind this proposal, to whom it would apply, and the two reasons that proposal advocates give for the need for a change in the tax system. Compared to other proposals, explain whether or not you believe that this technical recommendation would be a beneficial change to the tax code.

What will be an ideal response?