The Civil Service Act of 1883 Attempted to Pattern Government

question 27

Multiple Choice

The Civil Service Act of 1883 attempted to pattern government hiring after practices found in ________.

• A) business
• B) the Catholic Church
• C) Congress
• D) local government
• E) the military

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Definitions:

Decision Making

The cognitive process of selecting a course of action among various alternatives, often involving considerations of risk, benefit, and personal values.

Holistic Approach

A method of care that considers the whole person, including physical, psychological, social, and spiritual components.

Psychopharmacological

Pertaining to the study of the effects of drugs on the mind and behavior, often in relation to the treatment of psychiatric disorders.

Alcohol Abuse

The excessive consumption of alcohol in a way that negatively affects one's health, relationships, or responsibilities.