The Transferring of Responsibility for Policies from the Federal Government

question 51

Multiple Choice

The transferring of responsibility for policies from the federal government to the states is

• A)devolution.
• B)evolution.
• C)intergovernmental relations.
• D)pluralism.
• E)fiscal federalism.

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Definitions:

Political Instability

The likelihood of significant change in the governing framework of a country, which can include shifts in government, policy upheavals, or civil unrest.

Demographic Transition

The shift from high to low birth and death rates as a nation moves from a pre-industrial to an industrial economic system during its development.

National Incomes

The total earnings from production and services by residents of a country, within a specific time period, including wages, profits, and taxes less subsidies.

Low-Income DVCs

Developing countries with low levels of income per capita, often characterized by economic vulnerabilities.