Since the 1950s, Compared with the Entire Workforce, the Number

question 30

Multiple Choice

Since the 1950s, compared with the entire workforce, the number of federal employees has ________.

• A) increased sharply
• B) increased slightly
• C) gradually declined
• D) decreased sharply
• E) stayed the same

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Definitions:

FTC

The Federal Trade Commission, a U.S. government agency aimed at protecting consumers and ensuring a strong competitive market by enforcing antitrust and consumer protection laws.

Celler-Kefauver

A United States antitrust law passed in 1950, amending the Clayton Act to prevent corporate acquisitions that could reduce competition.

European Commission

An institution of the European Union responsible for proposing legislation, implementing decisions, upholding the EU treaties, and managing the day-to-day business of the EU.

Boeing

An American multinational corporation that designs, manufactures, and sells airplanes, rotorcraft, rockets, satellites, and telecommunications equipment globally.