Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of Picket-Fence Federalism

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a characteristic of picket-fence federalism?

• A) Federal and state governments maintain diverse and sovereign powers.
• B) Specific policies and programs are administered by all levels of government.
• C) Powerful states are given increased power to decide how they should spend government revenues.
• D) State and local governments compete for businesses and citizens.
• E) Levels of government act as the vertical picket on the fence.

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Definitions:

Parent Company

A corporation that owns enough voting stock in another firm to control management and operations by influencing or electing its board of directors.

Subsidiary

A company that is completely or partially owned and controlled by another company, known as the parent company.

Legal Differences

Variations in laws and regulations across different jurisdictions.

Economic Differences

Variations in economic conditions or performance, typically among countries, regions, or sectors.