One Factor That Has Affected Presidents' Use of Signing Statements

question 36

Multiple Choice

One factor that has affected presidents' use of signing statements in recent decades is __________.

• A)the decline in the number of bills passed by Congress
• B)the ban on riders
• C)the decline in public approval of Congress
• D)the expansion of presidents' inherent powers

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Definitions:

Special-Interest Effect

The phenomenon where policies or regulations are influenced primarily by a small, vocal group acting in its own interest, rather than the broader public interest.

Private-Sector Provision

Goods and services provided by businesses and private individuals rather than the government, often driven by profit.

Government Provision

The supply of goods or services by the government directly or through funding public institutions.

Rational-Ignorance Effect

The decision by individuals to remain uninformed about certain matters because the perceived cost of acquiring the information exceeds the expected benefit.