HSA Exam Practice
The mass media is sometimes referred to as the fourth branch of government because it ...
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 ...
economic interest
Which of these is a characteristic of the United States system of government?
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
social equality
Which of these was an effect of the Supreme Court decision in McCulloch v. Maryland?
state laws that conflicted with federal laws became unconstitutional
The United States legal system requires that people accused of crimes be
informed of the charges against them
Which of these is the goal of a state law to reduce air and water pollution?
protecting public health
Which of these could result if a state's population declined over time?
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?
to protect workers from injury
Which of these would most likely be involved in resolving a border dispute between China and Vietnam?
United Nations
Which of these is an example of separation of powers?
The mass media is sometimes referred to as the fourth branch of government because it ...
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 ...
economic interest
Which of these is a characteristic of the United States system of government?
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
social equality
Which of these was an effect of the Supreme Court decision in McCulloch v. Maryland?
state laws that conflicted with federal laws became unconstitutional
The United States legal system requires that people accused of crimes be
informed of the charges against them
Which of these is the goal of a state law to reduce air and water pollution?
protecting public health
Which of these could result if a state's population declined over time?
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?
to protect workers from injury
Which of these would most likely be involved in resolving a border dispute between China and Vietnam?
United Nations
Which of these is an example of separation of powers?
