Which Statement Best Explains the Difficulty That Legislators Have Cutting

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which statement best explains the difficulty that legislators have cutting government expenditures for bureaucracies?

• A)Cabinet ministers work hard.
• B)A majority of the workforce in many countries works for the bureaucracy.
• C)Cabinet ministers work hard to maintain and expand their departmental budget.
• D)The public tends to value the skills of bureaucrats more than the promises of politicians.

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Definitions:

Phosphates

Mineral salts containing the phosphate ion, used in fertilizers, detergents, and as a dietary supplement.

Gangue

The valueless minerals or rock that are mined along with valuable minerals or ore, typically disposed of as waste.

Profitably Extractable

Refers to natural resources that can be mined or harvested at a profit, considering the current market prices and extraction costs.