Which One of the Following Was a Significant Change in the Bureaucracy

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following was a significant change in 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

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