When Legislators Help Constituents with Problems They Have with Government

question 3

Multiple Choice

When legislators help constituents with problems they have with government agencies and programs, legislators are engaged in:

• A) policy representation.
• B) campaigning.
• C) advertising.
• D) casework.
• E) direct democracy.

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Definitions:

Budget Variance

The financial difference between the budgeted amount and the actual amount spent or received.

Standard Cost System

An accounting method that assigns preset costs to products and services, which are then compared to actual costs incurred.

Predetermined Overhead Rate

A calculated rate designed to assign estimated indirect manufacturing costs to products or services, based on a planned activity level.

Fixed Component

A portion of total costs that does not change with the level of activity or production volume, such as rent or salaries.