State and Local Governments Are Limited in Their Ability to Respond

question 233

Multiple Choice

State and local governments are limited in their ability to respond to recessions because of

• A) local politics and politicians.
• B) their desire to always run budget surpluses.
• C) the lack of proper economic research and assistance.
• D) constitutional and other requirements to balance their budgets.

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Definitions:

Urban Crime Rate

The number of recorded criminal acts per unit of population or a specific time period within an urban area.

Urban Political Machines

Political organizations in cities, particularly prominent in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, that controlled electoral outcomes through patronage and corruption.

Industrial Development

The extensive growth and advancement of economic and manufacturing sectors within a country or region, often associated with technological innovation.

Urban Poor

Individuals and families living below the poverty line in urban areas, often facing issues related to housing, employment, and access to services.