In California, What Is the General Purpose of Local Governments

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Multiple Choice

In California, what is the general purpose of local governments, such as cities and counties?

• A) manage interstate highways, regulate foreign trade, and maintain weapons and training for security agencies such as Homeland Security
• B) fight fires, clean streets, and protect the health, safety, welfare, and overall quality of life of all who live within their jurisdiction
• C) regulate banks, alcohol and gun sales, print currency, and exchange intelligence information with various law enforcement agencies
• D) protect the border, regulate interstate commerce, negotiate with foreign countries, and monitor the sale of prescription drugs, alcohol, and guns

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