The System of Hiring and Promotion Based on the Results

question 88

Multiple Choice

The system of hiring and promotion based on the results of competitive tests, education, and other qualifications rather than politics and personal consideration was called the ______.

• A)merit system
• B)civil service system
• C)spoils system
• D)front lobby system

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Definitions:

Consequential Theories

Philosophical theories that determine the morality of an action based solely on its outcomes or consequences.

Rule-Based Theories

Theories that focus on the establishment and following of clear, structured rules to guide behavior and decision-making.

Character Theories

Theories that study traits, behaviors, and moral qualities that define an individual's personality and moral character.

Baby Boomers

A demographic cohort following World War II, typically defined as people born from 1946 to 1964, known for significant economic, political, and social changes.