In Which Way Do Modern Presidents Differ from the Original

question 25

Multiple Choice

In which way do modern presidents differ from the original intentions of the Framers of the Constitution?

• A) Modern presidents are considerably less democratic than the Framers originally intended.
• B) Modern presidents have greater power as leaders of their political parties than the Framers originally intended.
• C) Modern presidents are much more influential in the legislative process than the Framers originally intended.
• D) Modern presidents are much less partisan than the Framers originally intended.
• E) Modern presidents are more subservient to the will of Congress than the Framers originally intended.

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Definitions:

Direct Labor Standards

The expected labor time and cost that should be incurred under normal conditions to produce a unit of output.

Labor Rate Variance

The difference between the actual cost of direct labor and the estimated cost of direct labor at standard rates for the production achieved.

Labor Efficiency Variance

The difference between the actual hours worked to produce goods and the standard hours expected, multiplied by the standard labor rate, indicating efficiency in labor use.

Material Price Variance

The variance between the real price paid for materials and their anticipated (standard) price.