Which One of the Following Was a Significant Change in the Bureaucracy

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following was a significant change in the bureaucracy during the Progressive Era?

• A) increased government intervention in social policy, especially in areas related to education
• B) increased reliance on the spoils system for federal and state jobs
• C) a move away from using political criteria for choosing most federal employees
• D) decreased government intervention in the economy

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Definitions:

Collective Bargaining Agreement

A contract negotiated between employers and a union representing the employees on work terms and conditions.

Business Agent

Normally a paid labour official responsible for negotiating and administering the collective agreement and working to resolve union members’ problems.

Binding Arbitration

A legal process where a dispute is resolved by an arbitrator or arbitral panel, whose decision is final and legally binding on all parties.

Negotiations Impasse

A situation in which parties involved in negotiations cannot reach an agreement and progress is halted.