Corrupt Political Machines Operating Under This System Allowed Politicians to Extort

question 14

Multiple Choice

Corrupt political machines operating under this system allowed politicians to extort money from people and companies wanting to do business with the city.

• A) spoils system
• B) machine system
• C) democratic system
• D) patronage system

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Definitions:

Marketing Channel

Necessary activities or processes for transferring the ownership of products from their place of manufacturing to their place of use.

Retailer-sponsored Cooperative

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Wholesale Facility

A location or establishment primarily engaged in selling goods in large quantities at reduced prices to retailers or other businesses, rather than to the general public.

Merchandising Programs

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