Compared to the Rest of American History, Recent Congresses Have

question 32

Multiple Choice

Compared to the rest of American history, recent congresses have been ________ polarized and ________ productive in terms of passing laws.

• A)less; equally
• B)less; less
• C)more; less
• D)more; more

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