The Canadian Constitution,while Inherited from the British,has Several Important Differences

question 8

Multiple Choice

The Canadian constitution,while inherited from the British,has several important differences.Which of the following is the most significant distinction?

• A) Legislation must be passed by both the House of Commons and the Senate.
• B) The Supreme Court of Canada has the power to strike down legislation.
• C) The Queen "reigns but does not rule" in Britain.
• D) Some areas of legislation are the exclusive legislative power of provincial governments.

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Definitions:

Defined-benefit Plan

A type of pension plan where an employer promises a specified pension payment upon retirement, based on the employee's earnings history, tenure of service, and age.

Defined Contribution Plan

A type of retirement plan where the employee, employer, or both make contributions on a regular basis, and the benefits at retirement depend on the account's performance.

Administrative Costs

Expenses incurred in the day-to-day operations of a business that are not directly tied to production.

Infrastructure Costs

Expenses associated with the basic physical and organizational structures needed for the operation of a society or enterprise, such as roads, telecommunications, and utilities.