In Appointing James Mattis as the Secretary of Defense of the United

question 6

Multiple Choice

In appointing James Mattis as the Secretary of Defense of the United States, President Donald Trump exercised his role as the nation's _____.

• A) chief diplomat
• B) head of state
• C) commander in chief
• D) chief legislator
• E) chief executive

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Definitions:

Inefficiency

A situation where resources are not used in the most productive way, leading to waste or a loss of potential value in an economy or system.

Individual Income Taxes

Taxes levied on the income of individuals, with the tax rate often varying according to income levels.

State

A politically organized body of people under a single government, often synonymous with "country" or "nation."

Local Governments

Administrative bodies that govern smaller geographical areas within a country, often responsible for local policies and laws, public services, and community issues.