In Exercising Its Oversight Function,it Is Not Unusual for Congress

question 35

Multiple Choice

In exercising its oversight function,it is not unusual for Congress to

• A)hold hearings.
• B)conduct impeachment proceedings.
• C)issue executive orders.
• D)go to court to get executive documents.
• E)override a president's veto.

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Definitions:

Hostile Trade

A trade practice where nations or entities engage in aggressive economic competition, often involving tariffs, sanctions, or other restrictive actions.

Conspicuous Consumption

A showy display of wealth for social prestige.

Trickle-Down Redistribution

An economic theory suggesting that benefits provided to the wealthy or upper economic classes will eventually "trickle down" to benefit poorer members of society.

Potlatch Reciprocity

A ceremonial feast practiced among indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest Coast of America, characterized by the generous giving of gifts which reciprocally establish or reinforce social status.