Which Is an Example of a Federal Mandate

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which is an example of a federal mandate?

• A)The Supreme Court upholds a federal law requiring all citizens to wear a seatbelt while operating a motor vehicle.
• B)Congress passes a law requiring all states to adopt a sex offender registry system.
• C)The Environmental Protection Agency sends money to Louisiana to help with cleanup from the gulf oil spill.
• D)The Nevada legislature passes a law requiring all public school teachers to spend 20 hours per week preparing students for the state achievement test.

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Definitions:

Direct Materials

Raw materials that are directly incorporated into a finished product and are a significant portion of the product’s cost.

Indirect Materials

Materials used in the production process that cannot be directly traced to the finished product in a cost-effective manner.

Decision-Making

The process of making choices by identifying a decision, gathering information, and assessing alternative resolutions.

Planning

The process of setting goals, developing strategies, and outlining tasks and schedules to accomplish the goals.