1.1 Flashcards
1
Q
- How many branches of Government did the Constitution establish?
A
3
2
Q
- What was the predecessor to the Constitution?
A
The Articles of Confederation ratified in 1781
3
Q
- Where are all Federal-level laws enacted?
A
Congress
4
Q
- In which article of the Constitution is the power to raise taxes found?
A
Article 1
5
Q
- What occurs when Congress is not in session and the President does not sign a properly-presente enrolled bill within 10 days?
A
Pocket Veto
6
Q
- How frequently does Congress review the DoD budget request?
A
Annually
7
Q
- Approximately what percent of total Federal spending is discretionary spending?
A
30%
8
Q
- Which branch of Government implements laws?
A
Executive Branch
9
Q
- Which branch of Government is authorized to raise taxes and borrow money?
A
Legislative Branch (Congress)
10
Q
- Which committee attempts to resolve differences between House and Senate versions of a bill?
A
Conference Committee, “Third Chamber”
11
Q
- Which agency issues directions for use by other agencies in submitting their budget estimates?
A
Office of Management and Budget
12
Q
- What type of legislation provides an agency with budget authority?
A
Appropriation Acts provide budget authority
13
Q
- What term is used to describe a subdivision of an apportionment?
A
Allotment
14
Q
- What agency issues apportionments?
A
Office of Management and Budget
15
Q
- Which branch of Government conducts hearings on the effectiveness of Government programs?
A
Legislative Branch (Congress)