Which of the Following Is a Major Difference in the Law-Making

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a major difference in the law-making process used in France and that used in the United States?

• A) In both countries, most bills are introduced by the executive; therefore, there is no major difference.
• B) In the United States, after a bill is introduced, it is reviewed by legislative committees; no such process exists in France.
• C) In both countries, bills must be passed in identical forms by both chambers of the legislature; therefore, there is no difference.
• D) In France, a bill must be scrutinized by the State Council to determine its impact on subnational governments; such a process does not exist in the United States.
• E) In France, it is possible that a bill, once passed, can be submitted to the Constitutional Council for judicial review; such a process is not possible in the United States.

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Definitions:

Past Event

A situation or occurrence that has already taken place.

Relevant

Pertaining to decision-making, it refers to information or costs that will change as a result of a decision, thereby affecting the outcome.

Total Cost

The sum of all expenses associated with the production or provision of goods and services, including fixed and variable costs.

Per Unit

A term referring to the cost, price, or measurement associated with a single unit of a product or service.