Which of the Following Statements Is Most Consistent with the Ideas

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is most consistent with the ideas expressed by James Madison in "Vices of the Political System of the United States"?

• A) It is essential for the central government to have a permanent standing army at its disposal so that it will be able to maintain order and defend the nation.
• B) In order to overcome the flaws of the Confederation government, it is necessary to create a chief executive who is directly elected by the people.
• C) The primary weakness of the Confederation government lies in the fact that the Congress is denied the power to tax.
• D) The national government must be structured so as to prevent a single interest group from controlling it.

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Definitions:

Demand for Lumber

The quantity of lumber that buyers are willing and able to purchase at various prices within a certain period.

Relative Price

The price of one good or service compared to another, essentially reflecting its cost in terms of other goods and services.

Demand Curve

A graphical representation that shows the relationship between the price of a good or service and the quantity that consumers are willing and able to purchase at various prices.

Price of Land

The monetary value assigned to a piece of land based on its characteristics, demand, and supply conditions.