Under the U

question 48

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 state governments
• C) the local governments
• D) international organizations such as the United Nations and NATO
• E) The U.S. Constitution never answers this question.

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Definitions:

Hepatic Portal Vein

A large vein that carries nutrient-rich blood from the digestive organs to the liver for processing.

Inferior Mesenteric Vein

A vein that drains blood from the lower part of the large intestine and rectum into the portal venous system.

Inferior Phrenic Vein

A vein draining the diaphragm, usually flowing into the inferior vena cava or the superior suprarenal vein.

Superior Mesenteric Vein

A large vein in the abdomen that drains blood from the small intestine, part of the large intestine, and other organs in the digestive system into the portal vein.