In the Context of American Political History, W Hich of the Following

question 41

Multiple Choice

In the context of American political history, w hich of the following statements is true of the religion of presidential candidates?

• A) For most of American history, presidential candidates were Greek Orthodox Christians.
• B) Democratic presidential candidate Michael Dukakis was a member of the Latter-Day Saints, commonly called the Mormons.
• C) In 1928, Democrat Al Smith became the first Protestant to run for president on a major-party ticket.
• D) In 1960, Democrat John F. Kennedy was elected as the first Catholic president.
• E) In 2012, two of the top three finishers in the Republican primaries were Protestants.

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Definitions:

Opportunity Cost

The relinquishment of possible advantages from alternate options upon making a choice.

Producer Surplus

The difference between what producers are willing to accept for a good or service versus what they actually receive, measured by the area above the supply curve and below the price level.

Demand

The desire to purchase goods and services backed by the ability and willingness to pay a certain price.

Consumer Surplus

The gap between the total price consumers are ready and able to spend on a good or service and what they actually spend.