The Purpose Behind the Spoils System Was

question 84

Multiple Choice

The purpose behind the spoils system was

• A) to press those with experience into governmental service.
• B) to make politics a sideline and not a full-time business.
• C) to reward political supporters with public office.
• D) to reverse the trend of rotation in office.
• E) the widespread encouragement of a bureaucratic office-holding class.

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Definitions:

Money Market Accounts

Financial accounts that typically offer higher interest rates than savings accounts, while providing the account holder with limited check-writing ability.

Commercial Paper

An unsecured, short-term debt instrument issued by corporations, typically used for the financing of payroll, accounts payable, and inventories.

Petty Cash

A small amount of cash on hand used for paying expenses too small to merit writing a check or using a credit card.

Account Type

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