Democratic Transitions Describe a Process in Which

question 18

Multiple Choice

Democratic transitions describe a process in which

• A) the president of a country resigns from office and is replaced by the vice president.
• B) there are elections involving the peaceful transfer of power between political administrations.
• C) a democratic country becomes a dictatorship.
• D) two countries resolve a conflict by peaceful means rather than by military force.
• E) authoritarian governments develop into more participatory and democratic regimes.

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Definitions:

Structural Unemployment Rate

The long-term and chronic unemployment that exists even when the economy is at its productive best, often due to mismatches between skills and job requirements.

Overall Unemployment Rate

A percentage that represents the portion of the labor force that is not currently employed but is actively seeking employment.

Unemployment Rate

The fraction of job-seeking individuals within the labor force who are currently unemployed.

Labor Force

The total number of people, including both the employed and unemployed, who are actively seeking work.