Government Forms and Economic Systems Flashcard

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In a command economy, who decides how much to produce?

Back

Government planners

Front

What most distinguishes dictators from monarchs?

Back

How they acquire and retain power

Front

In a parliamentary democracy, who chooses the prime minister?

Back

The party with a legislative majority

Front

Which of the following is NOT a type of monarchy? Absolute Monarchy, Constitutional Monarchy, Parliamentary Monarchy

Back

Parliamentary Monarchy

Front

What is a key characteristic of totalitarianism?

Back

The government controls nearly all aspects of life

Front

What is the primary difference between socialism and communism?

Back

Socialism allows for private property, while communism does not

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What is the primary role of citizens in a representative democracy?

Back

To elect representatives to make decisions

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What is a key feature of a federal system of government?

Back

Division of power between national and state governments

Front

Which system of government centralizes power in a single national authority?

Back

Unitary

Front

Which of the following statements is true about confederal systems?

Back

They prioritize state sovereignty