The "The Nuclear Option" Refers to a

question 97

Multiple Choice

The "the nuclear option" refers to a

• A) proposal to extend the use of the filibuster to the House of Representatives.
• B) constitutional amendment to eliminate senatorial approval of nominees for positions in the executive branch and the federal courts.
• C) policy of restructuring Congress in a way that would eliminate the committee system.
• D) change to the filibuster rules enacted in 2013 that prevents the filibustering of nominees for positions in the executive branch and the federal courts.

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Definitions:

Sales Price

The sum of money that a purchaser spends to acquire a product or service from a vendor.

Contribution Margin

The revenue remaining after deducting variable costs, which can be used to cover fixed costs and contribute to profit.

Variable Costs

Costs that change in proportion to the level of production or business activity.

Fixed Costs

Expenses that do not change with the level of production or sales activities within a reasonable scale.