When a President Nominates a Candidate for a Federal Judgeship

question 18

Multiple Choice

When a president nominates a candidate for a federal judgeship, which of the following factors does the president consider?

• A) The candidate's political philosophy
• B) The candidate's ethnicity
• C) The candidate's competence
• D) The candidate's gender
• E) All of these are correct.

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Definitions:

Sensation Seeking

The pursuit of novel and intense experiences, reflecting a personality trait characterized by a desire for sensory and emotional arousal.

Genetic Factors

Elements within an organism's genes that influence its traits and behaviors, inherited from its parents.

Social Forces

The societal structures, cultural norms, and institutional practices that influence an individual's behavior and choices.

Environmental Forces

External factors, including physical, social, and cultural aspects, that can influence an individual's behavior or an organization's operations.