What Occurs During the Appropriations Process

question 6

Multiple Choice

What occurs during the appropriations process?

• A)Congress grants funds to federal agencies and programs.
• B)Congress makes laws.
• C)Congress acquires requested oversight material from the executive.
• D)Congress instructs the president to eliminate federal agencies.
• E)Congress creates new federal agencies.

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Definitions:

Coercive Power

Refers to the ability of a person to influence others' actions through threats or punishment.

Legitimate Power

A form of authority where power is given based on a person's position or role within a hierarchical structure.

Zone Of Indifference

A range of actions or decisions by authority figures that individuals are willing to accept or comply with without objection.

Shareholder Value

A corporation's commitment to increase the wealth of its stockholders by improving performance, profitability, and share price.