Descriptive Representation Refers to the Extent to Which

question 36

Multiple Choice

Descriptive representation refers to the extent to which

• A) representatives advocate policies that benefit their constituents.
• B) the characteristics of a representative correspond with the general characteristics of his or her own constituency.
• C) constituents trust and accept their representative and the legislative institution as a whole.
• D) constituents are able to choose representatives to hold public office.

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Definitions:

Mail Float

The time gap between when a payment is sent via mail and when it is received and processed, affecting the time when the funds become available.

Processing Float

The time difference between when a check is written and when it is actually cleared and funds are deducted from the account.

Availability Float

The time gap between when a deposit is made into a bank account and when the funds become available for use.

Disbursement Float

The time lag between when a payment is made by a company and when the funds are actually removed from the company's bank account.