The Authors of the Text Conclude That Revitalized State and Local

question 52

Multiple Choice

The authors of the text conclude that revitalized state and local governments

• A)are less proactive and intent on forging new solutions to persistent problems.
• B)face fewer challenges than in the past relating to financial problems and conflict between themselves and the national government.
• C)have strengthened their position in the American federal system.
• D)are less likely to become the conduit for the growing number of new federal programs.

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