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HSA Exam Practice Questions And AnswersThe mass media is sometimes referred to as the fourth branch of
government because it ... Correct Ans - influences public opinion
On January 1, 1999 the Euro became the common currency for eleven
European countries. The adoption of the Euro created a region based on a
common ... Correct Ans - economic interest
Which of these is a characteristic of the United States system of
government? Correct Ans - the powers of government are divided
and shared between the national and state governments
"No [business] shall discriminate against a qualified individual with a
disability . . . in regard to job application procedures, the hiring,
advancement, or discharge [firing] of employees. . . ." Based on the quote,
the Americans with Disabilities Act is most concerned with Correct Ans
- social equality
Which of these was an effect of the Supreme Court decision in McCulloch v.
Maryland? Correct Ans - state laws that conflicted with federal laws
became unconstitutional
The United States legal system requires that people accused of crimes be
Correct Ans - informed of the charges against them
Which of these is the goal of a state law to reduce air and water pollution?
Correct Ans - protecting public health
Which of these could result if a state's population declined over time?
Correct Ans - reduced representation in the House of Representatives
"GOVERNMENT FINES COMPANY FOR FAILING TO
CORRECT HAZARDOUS MACHINE PARTS" Based on the headline, which of
these is a purpose of this action? Correct Ans - to protect workers
from injury
Which of these would most likely be involved in resolving a border dispute
between China and Vietnam? Correct Ans - United Nations
, Which of these is an example of separation of powers? Correct Ans -
the President enforces a law passed by Congress
Which government agency is directly responsible for monitoring business
competition? Correct Ans - Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
In which of these circumstances will a judge grant a writ of habeas corpus?
Correct Ans - the accused person is being held without cause
"The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution . . . are
reserved to the States. . . ." This quote best describes which principle of
government? Correct Ans - federalism
Which of these influenced the Supreme Court's decision in the Tinker v. Des
Moines case? Correct Ans - there was a lack of evidence that the
students' actions disrupted learning
"No freeman shall be taken or imprisoned . . . unless by the lawful
judgement of his peers, or by the law of the land." Which constitutional
protection is based on the principle described in the quote? Correct
Ans - the right to a trial by jury
Which of these is the main economic cost of the federal government
removing taxes on imported goods? Correct Ans - a reduction in the
ability of United States businesses to compete with foreign companies
Why do some nations adopt command economies during wars? Correct
Ans - to focus resources on essential industries
"You don't have to vote Sam ... the networks predicted the winner three
hours ago" ... This quote suggests a result of media predictions of election
results is that ... Correct Ans - citizens are discouraged from going
to the polls.
Which of these is a power reserved for state governments by the United
States Constitution? Correct Ans - the power to establish public
schools
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