Under the U

question 16

Multiple Choice

Under the U.S.system of federalism,who or what is responsible for the conduct of foreign policy and defense?

• A) the national government
• B) the president of the United States only, because the president is the commander in chief
• C) a combination of the national government, state governments, and intergovernmental organizations such as the United Nations and NATO
• D) the U.S. armed forces
• E) The U.S. Constitution never answers this question.

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Definitions:

Rent Control

Government-imposed limits on the amount landlords can charge for leasing homes or apartments, intended to keep housing affordable for renters.

Waiting Lists

Lists of individuals or entities waiting for the allocation of a service or a product, typically used when demand exceeds supply.

Bribes

Payments made to influence someone's decisions or actions in favor of the payer, typically considered illegal or unethical.

Rent Control

A government policy that sets a maximum price (a rent ceiling) landlords can charge tenants, intended to make housing more affordable.