Government Authority Flashcard

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Based on the information in the chart above, who has the most authority when it comes to situations dealing with other countries?

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federal government

Front

Which of the following best describes the relationship between power and authority in the context of government?

Back

Power is the ability to enforce decisions, while authority is the legal and formal right to make those decisions.

Front

Based on the information in the chart above, who has the most authority when it comes to situations dealing with other countries?

Back

federal government

Front

Which of the following best describes the relationship between power and authority in the context of government?

Back

Power is the ability to enforce decisions, while authority is the legal and formal right to make those decisions.

Front

the power to give orders or make decisions

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Authority