The Congress (not the President) is responsible for fiscal policy, including spending and taxation.

Test Formulas: Financial Formulas.jpg Directions: Identify the appropriate formula, define each variable, and show all steps of your work to solve the following question. How long will it take $1,000 to grow to $5,500 if it is invested at a 7.5% simple interest rate?

Which of the following countries do most scholars cite as the oldest Democracy in existence today?  

A sole executive agreement is likely to be in effect longer than a treaty.

Which is true about the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau?

Administrative agencies obtain their power and authority through enabling legislation enacted by congress and the courts are the final determinants of the legitimacy of these agencies and their functions.

Federalism consolidates the power of the government and makes American government less complicated. 

The Vice-President’s only constitutional responsibility is to Preside over the Senate and to break a tie vote if the Senate vote is tied. 

Students may use “open” notes including copies of the power point lectures or their completed Guided Notes when completing weekly quizzes.

The voter database that states are required to maintain in order to reform voting, track voting preferences and frequency is mandated by the 2002 __________.