Which of the Following Is True of the Pendleton Civil

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of the Pendleton Civil Service Act?

• A) It covered all federal jobs.
• B) It applied to incumbents as well as to new applicants.
• C) It permitted future presidents to increase the number of jobs covered by the act.
• D) It was signed by President James Garfield.

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Definitions:

Cash Savings

Funds that are put aside and are liquid, allowing for easy access in times of need.

Lower Labor

A reduction in the amount of labor used or required in a process or production.

Internal Rate

Often refers to the internal rate of return (IRR), which is the discount rate that makes the net present value (NPV) of all cash flows from a particular project equal to zero.

Operating Costs

Expenses associated with the day-to-day functioning of a business, such as rent, utilities, and payroll, excluding costs related to production.