The European Commission

question 96

Multiple Choice

The European Commission:

• A) Is the civil service arm of the EU that handles policies through 20 Directorates
• B) Is formally elected through Europe-wide elections
• C) Makes all the major decisions concerning EU policies
• D) Interprets EU laws in disputes among member states

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Definitions:

Short-Term Memory

The component of memory where small amounts of information can be stored for a short period of time, typically seconds to minutes.

Prefrontal Cortex

A region of the frontal lobe of the brain involved in decision making, planning, and personality expression.

Hippocampus

A critical brain structure involved in the formation of new memories and is also associated with learning and emotions.

Amnesia

A condition characterized by a partial or total loss of memory.