The civil service system was designed in large measure to do which of the following?

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The civil service system was designed to protect employees from arbitrary dismissal or removal for partisan political reasons. This is meant to ensure that government employees are selected and retained based on merit, rather than political connections or loyalty. While it may make it more difficult to remove poorly performing employees or those who engage in misconduct, this is seen as a necessary trade-off for ensuring a fair and impartial civil service system. Option C (prevent the firing of public employees for good reason) is not an accurate characterization of the civil service system's purpose. In fact, the system does allow for disciplinary action and termination for cause, but this process is typically more rigorous and formal than in the private sector. Option D is too broad, as not all of the listed choices are accurate. Option E is also not accurate, as the civil service system does serve an important purpose in ensuring a professional and impartial government workforce.

The Civil Service System Was Designed in Large Measure to Do