Which of the Following Statements About the Role of the Government

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the role of the government in compensation is true?

• A)Lowering interest rates by the government generally lowers manufacturing and this decreased business activity translates into decreased demand for labour.
• B)Legislation ensures that the employees are protected from exploitation and given a fair pay.
• C)Legislation says that overtime is paid on time compensated, not on time worked.
• D)Legislation excludes administrative rules regarding record keeping and statement of wages.
• E)Legislation aims at protecting specific groups and also tends to expand that group's participation in the labour market.

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Definitions:

Judicial Review

The power of courts to assess whether a law or governmental action is in accordance with the constitution.

Marbury v. Madison

A landmark Supreme Court case in 1803 that established the principle of judicial review in the United States.

Constitutional Convention

A meeting held with the purpose of writing or amending a constitution. In the U.S. context, it refers to the 1787 convention where the Constitution was framed.

Federalists

Supporters of the ratification of the U.S. Constitution, who advocated for a strong national government.