Beginning in the 1980s, the Federal Government Has Used a Variety

question 19

Multiple Choice

Beginning in the 1980s, the federal government has used a variety of methods to reduce the size and tax burden of the federal bureaucracy. One such method is privatization. Which of the following does NOT describe an intended purpose of privatization?

• A) To increase the number of employees supported by the federal government
• B) To replace government-provided services with services provided by the private sector
• C) To keep costs for services lower than those provided by government agencies
• D) To allow for less government red tape and fewer civil service restrictions
• E) To allow private companies to have more flexibility to compete and adapt to changing circumstances

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Definitions:

Crickets

Insects of the order Orthoptera, known for the chirping sound males make by rubbing their wings together, often associated with summer nights.

Ultrasonic Bat Calls

High-frequency sound waves emitted by bats for navigation and locating prey, inaudible to most other species.

Intensity Threshold

The minimum level of stimulus intensity required to trigger a detectable response or reaction.

Sound Frequency

The number of sound vibrations or cycles per second, usually measured in Hertz (Hz), determining the pitch of the sound.