A Member of Congress Will Often Have Trouble Voting on an Issue

question 56

Multiple Choice

A member of Congress will often have trouble voting on an issue such as abortion because

• A)few people care about the issues, so a vote may be seen as wasted time.
• B)there is a clear majority opinion.
• C)members do not know the intricacies of abortion law.
• D)state policies vary dramatically.
• E)people feel passionately on both sides of the issue, so the member will always upset a large group of people, not matter how he or she votes.

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Definitions:

Dishonor

In the context of finance, refers to the refusal or inability of a party to pay a debt when it is due.

Instrument

A formal legal document, such as a contract, will, promissory note, or warrant, that establishes rights, privileges, or liabilities.

Promissory Note

A financial instrument that contains a written promise by one party to pay another party a definite sum of money, either on demand or at a specified future date.

Fraudulently Changes

The act of deceitfully altering information or documents with the intent to gain an unauthorized benefit or to deceive others.