Which of the Following Is Consistent with a Merit-Based System

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is consistent with a merit-based system?

• A) the governor appointing campaign supporters to boards
• B) agencies hiring technical employees based on their education
• C) campaign workers filling staff positions after the election
• D) contracts being awarded to fundraisers
• E) high-level appointments being reserved for party activists

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