Question 1

In addition to their power to appoint heads of federal agencies,presidents have additional involvement with the bureaucracy,including the presidential veto,the power to reorganize the bureaucracy,the power of persuasion,and ______.

Accepted Answer

The presidential veto and power to reorganize the bureaucracy are related to the appointment of heads of federal agencies. The power of persuasion is an additional tool the president has to influence the bureaucracy. The power of the president in the budget process, particularly in proposing a budget, is a significant tool for influencing the bureaucracy. Therefore, the best answer is C, which is the key role in the budget process.

Question 2

When political bureaucratic appointees conflict with career civil servants,______.

Accepted Answer

Political appointees have more authority and power, but career civil servants have the advantage of being able to stall and slowly undermine policy changes. Compromises may happen, but the outcome will ultimately depend on the specific situation and individuals involved. Stalemates can also occur, but it is more likely that the political appointees will eventually prevail. Trusting either side to give up first based on their career interests is unrealistic and oversimplifies the complexity of the situation.

Question 3

According to the textbook,life within the bureaucracy is ______.

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to the textbook,life within the bureaucracy...

Question 4

The primary justification for the creation of a government corporation is to provide ______.

Accepted Answer

The primary justification for the creation of a government corporation is to provide a service that the private sector is unable to offer. This can be due to various reasons such as high risk or unprofitability. These corporations are owned and operated by the government, but they are expected to function like a private business and generate their own revenues.

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a government agency designed to serve a distinct clientele group?

Accepted Answer

The Agriculture agency is specifically dedicated to serving the agricultural community and its related industries, making it an example of a government agency designed to serve a distinct clientele group. The other options are not specifically tailored to serve one narrow group, but have broader mandates or serve the general public.

Question 6

Because presidents and their appointees often struggle with entrenched bureaucracies,presidents ______.

Accepted Answer

Presidents often prefer to start new agencies to bypass entrenched bureaucracies that may resist change or have established ways of operating that are difficult to alter.

Question 7

The primary source of power for a member of the bureaucracy is ______.

Accepted Answer

The primary source of power for a member of the bureaucracy is expertise in their area of specialization. This expertise enables them to make informed decisions and recommendations based on their knowledge and experience. Job security, personal political clout, and friendships with powerful members of Congress or the president can certainly enhance a bureaucrat's power, but they are not the primary sources of power.

Question 8

The bureaucracy engages in the lawmaking process ______.

Accepted Answer

The bureaucracy engages in the lawmaking process because Congress often passes very general laws that require clarification before they can be enforced. Bureaucrats are responsible for interpreting these laws and writing regulations to implement them.

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT an example of a government corporation?

Accepted Answer

The Food and Drug Administration is a regulatory agency, not a government corporation. Government corporations are established by Congress to provide a public service or carry out a specific function, and are run like private businesses with their own budgets and management structures.

Question 10

Congress sets up most regulatory agencies as boards or commissions,with members having fixed terms,in order to ______.

Accepted Answer

By appointing members with fixed terms, Congress aims to make regulatory agencies independent of political pressure, particularly from the president. This ensures that regulatory decisions are made on the basis of objective criteria rather than political patronage, which would reduce the credibility and effectiveness of the agencies.

Question 11

Which of the following statements is NOT true concerning independent agencies?

Accepted Answer

The term "independent" in the context of independent agencies does not mean they are completely free of presidential power. While they operate with more autonomy than agencies within cabinet departments, they are still subject to certain forms of oversight and influence by the president, such as appointment and removal of agency heads, budgetary requests, and general policy direction.

Question 12

The president has the least power over ______.

Accepted Answer

Independent regulatory agencies are created to be independent from presidential control and are headed by commissions rather than single directors. Therefore, the president has the least power over these agencies compared to other types of agencies.

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a type of organization within the federal bureaucracy?

Accepted Answer

Citizen advisory councils are not a type of organization within the federal bureaucracy. They are typically established at the local level and are composed of volunteers who provide advice and recommendations to elected officials on specific issues or policies.

Question 14

To respond to clientele groups,some departments and agencies were formed to ______.

Accepted Answer

The formation of departments and agencies was to serve and regulate particular organized and unorganized groups, responding to their needs and interests. Examples of such entities are the Department of Agriculture, Department of Labor, and Environmental Protection Agency.

Question 15

Very few ______,African Americans,or Hispanics reach the highest levels of the civil service ladder.

Accepted Answer

The statement is referring to the issue of racial and ethnic diversity in the civil service, and the implication is that white individuals are more likely to reach the highest levels of the civil service ladder. The options of people over the age of forty and people from specific regions of the country are not relevant to this issue. However, the option of women could be relevant, as women of all races and ethnicities also face barriers in their career advancement within the civil service. However, the statement specifically mentions African Americans and Hispanics, so option B is the best choice. The option of people of northern European ancestry could also be a factor, but it is not explicitly stated in the statement.

Question 16

The bureaucratic culture includes all of the following EXCEPT this:

Accepted Answer

The other options are all key components of the bureaucratic culture, including expertise, identification with the agency, commitment to policy issues, and appropriate behavior. However, using plain and easy-to-understand language is not typically considered a defining characteristic of bureaucratic culture.

Question 17

______ refers to bureaucrats' authority to use their own judgment in interpreting and carrying out the laws of Congress.

Accepted Answer

Bureaucratic discretion refers to the ability of bureaucrats to use their own judgment in interpreting and carrying out the laws of Congress. This allows them to make decisions and take actions that may not be explicitly laid out in the laws, but are necessary for effective implementation.

Question 18

The Whistleblower Protection Act of 1989 has ______.

Accepted Answer

The Whistleblower Protection Act of 1989 was intended to protect federal employees who disclose government misconduct, thus counteracting negative behavior. However, it has faced criticism for not fully achieving its goals, such as providing adequate protection or reducing bureaucracy mistakes.

Question 19

The bureaucratic culture has all of the following effects EXCEPT this one:

Accepted Answer

The bureaucratic culture does not necessarily facilitate ease of movement by individuals from one agency to another during their careers. In fact, the culture can often make it difficult for individuals to move between agencies due to differences in culture and mission.

Question 20

Before it can implement new regulations,a regulatory agency must ______.

Accepted Answer

Before implementing new regulations, a regulatory agency must publish the proposed regulations in the Federal Register and hold hearings on them. This allows for public comments and input before the regulations are put into effect. The agency can also make revisions based on this feedback.

Quiz 9: The Bureaucracy