At the Heart of the Concept of a Federal System

question 48

Multiple Choice

At the heart of the concept of a federal system is __________.

• A)the nearly absolute lack of government regulation of the economy
• B)the power of central government to dissolve political subunits at any time
• C)the existence of component states with some powers that cannot be easily overridden by the central government
• D)a fusion of the legislative and executive branch functions of government

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Definitions:

Insulin Level

The concentration of insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates blood sugar levels, in the bloodstream.

Pancreas

A gland in the digestive and endocrine system of vertebrates that produces enzymes for digestion and hormones such as insulin, which regulates blood sugar levels.

Insulin

A hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates glucose levels in the blood.

Basal Metabolic Rate

The amount of energy expended by a body at rest in a neutral environment, necessary to maintain basic bodily functions.