Although Proponents of Presidential Power Argue That Executive Power Is

question 49

Multiple Choice

Although proponents of presidential power argue that executive power is needed to deal with emergencies, the problem is that

• A)emergencies are very rare, so emergency powers do not go far enough.
• B)presidents can be too anxious to act forcefully in response to what they perceive as security threats.
• C)presidents are typically too cautious in identifying an event as an emergency.
• D)presidents try to avoid acting to avoid blame for causing the emergency.
• E)presidents all too often rush into a declaration of war when it is unnecessary.

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Definitions:

Futures Contract

A standardized legal agreement to buy or sell a particular commodity or financial instrument at a predetermined price at a specified time in the future.

Underlying Asset

The financial instrument (e.g., stock, bond, commodity, or currency) on which a derivative instrument, such as an option or futures contract, is based.

Corporate Bond Portfolio

A collection of corporate bonds held by an investor or managed by a financial institution.

T-bond Futures

Financial contracts obligating the buyer to purchase U.S. Treasury bonds at a specified price at a future date, used for hedging and investment purposes.