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[Free] What is a difference between the president's formal and informal powers? A. Formal powers are listed in the Constitution, while informal powers are not. B. Formal powers are created in the executive branch, while informal powers are not. C. Formal powers are created by Congress, while informal powers are not. D. Formal powers are changed over time, while informal powers cannot be changed.

[Free] Understanding Externalities This activity will help you meet these educational goals: Content Standards-You will assess the economic impact of negative and positive externalities on the local, state, and national environment. Directions Read the instructions for this self-checked activity. Type in your response to each question, and check your answers. At the end of the activity, write a brief evaluation of your work. Activity Read this article about glaciers. As you read, consider the environmental externalities of human activities. Question 1 Answer these questions based on the article you read. Part A Who is the author of this article?

[Free] According to the chart, with which countries did the US have a trade surplus in 2015? Check all that apply. | US Trade Partner | Amount US Exported to Trade Partner | Amount US Imported from Trade Partner | | :--------------- | :----------------------------------- | :----------------------------------- | | Japan | $62.4 million | $131.1 million | | Australia | $25.03 million | $10.8 million | | Brazil | $31.6 million | $27.4 million | | Germany | $49.9 million | $124.1 million | | Russia | $7.08 million | $16.5 million |

[Free] Explain why it is important to study genocides. According to the UDHR, who has the rights and freedoms stated in the declaration? A. UN Citizens B. All men C. Everyone

[Free] What happens when a bank is required to hold more money in reserve? A. It has less money for loans. B. It has less money for operations. C. It has less money for interest payments. D. It has less money for withdrawals.

[Free] Which of the following are warning signs that someone has violent potential? Choose all that apply. A. Fascination with weapons B. Is annoying C. Has an unreciprocated romantic obsession D. Talks about irrational beliefs or ideas

[Free] What is the purpose of federal antitrust laws? A. to raise revenue for government programs B. to preserve competition among business firms C. to protect domestic firms from foreign competition D. to provide services to the general public

[Free] The public trust of public institutions is low. A. True B. False

[Free] What was the major improvement to air quality contributed by the 1990 amendments to the Clean Air Act? A. The amendments required a significant reduction in 189 toxic chemicals. B. The amendments required significant reductions in the original 7 toxic chemicals listed. C. The amendments required "superclean" or zero emission vehicles. D. The amendments required a significant decrease in indoor air pollutants.

[Free] What happens to soil when water runs onto it?