During the Recession of 2008-2009, the Administrations of Presidents George

question 144

Multiple Choice

During the recession of 2008-2009, the administrations of Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama flooded several banking, financial services, and insurance firms with government funds in exchange (at least temporarily) for government ownership rights. The unprecedented move signaled the government's concern that the global banking system might collapse if these firms ended up in bankruptcy. The decision for active government involvement in the operations of these firms demonstrates:

• A)The unforgiving nature of capitalism.
• B)The desire for more individuals in the U.S. to live under a socialist system.
• C)The trend toward mostly capitalist nations to move toward socialism.
• D)The freedoms the U.S. government has under capitalism.

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Definitions:

High-Pitched Tones

Sounds that have a high frequency, perceived by the ear as sharp, squeaky, or shrill.

Spiral Organ

A sensory structure within the cochlea of the inner ear responsible for converting sound vibrations into neural signals.

Oval Window

A membrane-covered opening that leads from the middle ear to the vestibule of the inner ear and transmits sound vibrations.

Vestibule

An entryway or antechamber leading to the main part of a building, or the central cavity of the labyrinth of the inner ear.