Why Would Opponents of a Bill Prefer an Open Rule

question 139

Multiple Choice

Why would opponents of a bill prefer an open rule to a closed rule?

• A)Members of the House can exercise their filibuster power and block the legislation.
• B)The open rule allows the other chamber to make a decision on the bill first.
• C)The open rule prevents a bill's supporter from making further demands on minority party legislators.
• D)The open rule makes it easier to add amendments that may weaken its chances of passing.
• E)An open rule means that a bill can be recalled even after it is passed.

Understand the relationship between automatic stabilizers and budget outcomes.

Recognize the historical context and scale of U.S. budget deficits relative to GDP.

Comprehend the concept of a cyclically balanced budget in different economic conditions.

Know the implications of following a functional finance approach to federal budgeting.

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Definitions:

High-Context Cultures

Cultures in which communication relies heavily on contextual cues such as body language, tone of voice, and social status, rather than solely on explicit words.

Proxemics

The study of human use of space and the effects that population density has on behavior, communication, and social interaction.

Self-Esteem

An individual's overall subjective emotional evaluation of their own worth or value.

Nonverbal Communication

The process of conveying a message without the use of words, through gestures, facial expressions, and body language.