The Civil Service Act of 1883 attempted to pattern government hiring after practices found in
A)business.
B)the Catholic church.
C)Congress.
D)local government.

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The Civil Service Act of 1883 attempted to pattern government hiring after practices found in business. The act established a merit-based system for hiring and promoting civil servants, rather than the previous system of patronage and political favoritism. This was intended to create a more efficient and professional government workforce, similar to the practices used in successful businesses.

The Civil Service Act of 1883 Attempted to Pattern Government