Which of the Following Was a Significant Change Experienced by the Bureaucracy

question 89

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was a significant change experienced by the bureaucracy during the Progressive Era?

• A) increased government intervention in social policy, especially in areas related to education
• B) increased reliance on the spoils system for federal and state jobs
• C) a move away from using political criteria for choosing most federal employees
• D) decreased government intervention in the economy
• E) decreased availability of federal government jobs

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Definitions:

Septicemia

A systemic disease associated with presence of pathogenic microorganisms or their toxins in blood.

Microorganisms

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Leukocytosis

An increase in the number of white blood cells.

Surgical Asepsis

A method used to prevent microbial contamination during surgeries or invasive procedures to maintain a sterile environment.