Public Bureaucracies Are Powerful Because

question 19

Multiple Choice

Public bureaucracies are powerful because:

• A) they are not subject to control by the president or Congress
• B) their actions cannot be overturned or challenged by courts
• C) they have both the power of "the purse" and "the sword"
• D) legislatures, chief executives, and the people delegate vast power to them to make sure a particular job is done
• E) every one of their employees is appointed for life

---

Definitions:

Calcium

A mineral essential for various bodily functions, including bone formation and muscle function.

Adolescents

Young people in the transitional stage of physical and psychological development from puberty to adulthood.

Melatonin

A hormone produced by the pineal gland that regulates sleep and wakefulness.

Sleeping Patterns

Describes the rhythms and habits of sleep, including duration, quality, and cycles, which can vary significantly among individuals.