The Supremacy Clause of the Constitution Means That

question 39

Multiple Choice

The supremacy clause of the Constitution means that

• A) the original Constitution is superior to any amendment.
• B) the original states have a superior status when dealing with states created after 1789.
• C) states cannot use their powers to thwart national policies.
• D) Congress cannot pass legislation that would violate state laws or constitutions.
• E) treaties with foreign governments cannot overturn state laws.

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Definitions:

Overhead

The ongoing operational costs not directly attributable to the creation of a product or service.

General Journal

A comprehensive journal used in bookkeeping to record all types of accounting transactions before their transfer to specific accounts in the ledger.

Predetermined Rate

A rate established before the start of a period for the purpose of applying overhead costs to products or services, based on estimated costs.

Direct Labor Hours

The total time workers spend producing goods or providing services that are directly associated with the production costs.