Colorado's "Backseat Budgeter" Is an Example of E-Government That Provides

question 12

Multiple Choice

Colorado's "backseat budgeter" is an example of e-government that provides which of the following benefits?

• A) allows citizens to personally interact with the policymakers who create the budget
• B) acquaints citizens with the budgeting process and policymakers with the public's preferences
• C) allows citizens to formally vote in a binding election on specific budget issues
• D) allows citizens to veto budget decisions made by the legislature

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Definitions:

Net Income Before Taxes

The total earnings of a company before tax expenses have been deducted.

Times Interest Earned

A financial ratio that measures a company's ability to meet its debt obligations based on its current income.

Interest Expense

The cost incurred by an entity for borrowed funds.

Tax Rate

The percentage at which an individual or corporation is taxed.