Which of the Following Statements Is True of a Congressional

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of a congressional committee?

• A) It provides for specialization, or a division of the legislative labor.
• B) It directs the legislative strategy of the minority party.
• C) It commands the minority party's opposition to the policies of the majority party.
• D) It works independently while creating or amending laws.
• E) It regularly holds hearings to investigate the actions of the judicial branch.

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Definitions:

Equal Access

The principle or goal of providing all individuals with the same opportunities or access to services, resources, or institutions, without discrimination or bias.

Public Office

Positions of authority or service in a government or community, held by individuals tasked with serving the public interest.

Non-Discrimination

The principle of treating all people equally, without bias towards race, gender, age, or other characteristics.

Institutional Racism

A form of racism that is embedded through laws, regulations, and customary practices within society or an organization, systematically disadvantaging certain racial groups.