Decisions About How to Best Use and Preserve National Resources

question 66

Multiple Choice

Decisions about how to best use and preserve national resources in a democracy are often complicated by the many ____.

• A) corporations
• B) voters
• C) special interest groups
• D) political parties
• E) competing policies

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Definitions:

Self-Interests

The focus on one's own advantages or well-being without necessarily considering those of others.

Direct Democracy

A form of government in which citizens make decisions directly rather than through representatives, often via referendums or initiatives.

Electoral College

A body of electors established by the United States Constitution, tasked with electing the president and vice president based on the popular vote in each state.

Criminal Activity

Acts or behaviors that are punishable by law because they violate existing statutes or legal standards.