What Criterion Is Used (Or What Criteria Are Used) to Organize

question 63

Multiple Choice

What criterion is used (or what criteria are used) to organize and assign State Department employees?

• A) political or ideological leaning only
• B) topical specialty only
• C) language proficiency only
• D) geographic area specialty only
• E) topical specialty and geographical specialty

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Definitions:

Forest Tent Caterpillar

A species of moth larva that feeds on the leaves of deciduous trees, often creating large, communal webs or “tents” in the process.

Praying Mantis

A predatory insect known for its distinctive posture of folded forearms, contributing to pest control by consuming other insects.

Surface Fire

A fire that burns only the surface litter and undergrowth of a forest or grassland, often used in controlled burns for forest management.

Mature Trees

Fully grown trees that have reached their full size and reproductive potential, playing a crucial role in ecosystems by providing habitat and maintaining biodiversity.