Washington consensus - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

CMN 142 Exam 1 Basic 88 Questions with Verified Answers When and where was the first newspaper published? - CORRECT ANSWER Strasbourg, Germany 1605 (Printed by Johann Carolus) Four italicized characteristics of a newspaper - CORRECT ANSWER 1. published 2. periodical 3. printed 4. present-centered Four italicized characteristics of a newspaper: Published - CORRECT ANSWER Meaning intended to be circulated to multiple persons, many of whom may be unknown to the publisher (unlike a per...

Define checks and balances. limits imposed on all branches of a government by vesting in each branch the right to amend or void those acts of another branch Briefly state the significance of the Judicial Branch. It can declare laws unconstitutional and define the jurisdiction of federal courts. Briefly state the significance of the Executive Branch. It can nominate judges to all federal courts (including the Supreme Court), approve laws, command the armed forces, and make treati...

T/F In the 16th century the chinese were the engine of globalization. - correct answer T T/F A controversy over the IMF is linked to its economic policies imposed on borrowing countries. - correct answer T What is globalization? - correct answer International interaction and integration among people, companies and governments he IMF conditionalitie...

Chapter 3—North America in the Atlantic World, 1650-1720 SHORT ANSWER Instructions: • Identify each item. Give an explanation or description of the item. Answer the questions who, what, where, and when. • Explain the historical significance of each item. Establish the historical context in which the item exists. Establish the item as the result of or as the cause of other factors existing in the society under study. Answer this question: What were the political, social, economic, a...

WGU D265 Critical Thinking and Logic Quiz #2(Question Set #2)Completed!! Which of the following problems has a solution that is widely accepted by experts? Select one. a) What is the best way to prevent teen drug use? {b} What is the best medical approach for treating alcohol poisoning? c) What can be done to prevent drunk driving? d) What is the best treatment for alcoholism? A charitable organization is suffering from decreased donations. The board of directors holds a meeting to...

Why did nixon close the "gold window" ? - correct answer Because the United States did not have enough gold to meet claims from outstanding dollars; Capital began to flow out of US dollar assets into marks and yen; market price of gold rose above US35$ per ounce What can IMF members do for assistance if they encounter balance of payments difficulties? - correct answer Borrow from the IMF automatica...

WGU D265 Critical Thinking and Logic Quiz #2(Question Set #2)Completed!! Which of the following problems has a solution that is widely accepted by experts? Select one. a) What is the best way to prevent teen drug use? {b} What is the best medical approach for treating alcohol poisoning? c) What can be done to prevent drunk driving? d) What is the best treatment for alcoholism? A charitable organization is suffering from decreased donations. The board of directors holds a meeting to...

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Evaluate the extent to which political parties should be state funded (yes) 1. Big donations don't control policy Vs. Corruption will decline 2. State funding can be biased Vs. break two party dominance 3. Taxes are undemocratic Vs. Increase political participation 4. Parties campaigning all constituencies to gain money Vs. better time management and focus on policies To what extent does the UK have a two party system? Yes 1. Coalition Vs. Usually, one of two parties form the government ...

WGU D265 Critical Thinking and Logic Quiz #2(Question Set #2)Completed!! Which of the following problems has a solution that is widely accepted by experts? Select one. a) What is the best way to prevent teen drug use? {b} What is the best medical approach for treating alcohol poisoning? c) What can be done to prevent drunk driving? d) What is the best treatment for alcoholism? A charitable organization is suffering from decreased donations. The board of directors holds a meeting to...