Which of the Following Statements About Political Appointees Is LEAST

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about political appointees is LEAST accurate?

• A)Although women and minorities are regularly appointed to head less visible departments, prestigious positions such as Secretary of State or secretary of labor remain the exclusive preserve of white men.
• B)The president has the power to nominate nearly 3,000 political appointees, most of whom must receive the Senate's approval.
• C)Political appointees generally fill positions in which they shape policy rather than positions in which they put the policy into actual effect.
• D)Political appointees are chosen not only on the basis of their managerial skills or expert knowledge, but also for their ideological beliefs and proven loyalty to the president's party.
• E)Political appointees usually only hold a position for an average of about two years before moving on to other things.

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Definitions:

Relationship-Oriented

An approach or behavior that prioritizes building and maintaining strong, positive relationships with others.

Task-Oriented

This term refers to focusing on completing specific tasks or objectives, typically in a work or project setting.

Low-Control Situations

Low-control situations refer to circumstances or environments where individuals or organizations have minimal influence or authority over outcomes or processes.

Team Management

The process of guiding and coordinating a group of individuals to achieve specific objectives or complete a project effectively.