A Device That Permits Voters to Place Specific Amendments to a State

question 37

Multiple Choice

A device that permits voters to place specific amendments to a state constitution on the ballot by petition is called a ________.

• A)plebiscite
• B)home rule charter
• C)constitutional convention
• D)constitutional initiative petition
• E)revision commission

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Definitions:

Market Economy

An economic system in which production and prices are determined by unrestricted competition between privately owned businesses.

Economic Activity

Economic activity refers to the actions that involve the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services in an economy.

Self-Interest

The motivation of individuals to pursue their own advantages or benefit.

Inflation

The acceleration in the average cost of living, evidenced by goods and services prices rising, and thereby lessening buying power.