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Exploring Congressional Delegation and Informal Powers

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Federalism
The electoral process
Delegation in government
The role of the judiciary
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What is the difference between a delegate and a trustee in political science?
A delegate acts in the interests of their constituents, while a trustee acts in the best interests of the community.
A delegate follows the party line, while a trustee acts in the best interests of the community.
A delegate acts in the best interests of the community, while a trustee follows the party line.
A delegate acts in the best interests of the community, while a trustee acts in the interests of their constituents.
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What happens when Congress sets up an agency or program?
It decides how much discretion to give the agency's personnel.
It limits the agency's power to a fixed set of rules.
It delegates all powers to the judiciary.
It takes full control of the agency's operations.
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What is an example of Congress limiting an agency's discretion?
OSHA Regulations
The Tax Code
The Affordable Care Act
The creation of the Federal Reserve
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Why does Congress delegate power to the Executive branch for practical reasons?
Because the Constitution mandates it
Because it is impossible for Congress to administer all programs it creates
Because the Executive branch is more trustworthy
Because Congress prefers to focus on foreign policy
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What historical period saw a significant increase in the delegation of power to the Executive branch?
The Progressive Era
The New Deal
The Civil War
World War I
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is a political reason for Congress to delegate power to the Executive branch?
To avoid responsibility for bad outcomes
To strengthen the judiciary
To reduce the size of the government
To increase transparency
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