#15 BUREAUCRACY BASICS: CRASH COURSE GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS

What is one of the main reasons people dislike bureaucracies?

• They are very efficient.

• They are part of the legislative branch.

• They have simple rules.

• They involve a lot of forms and procedures.

What is a key function of bureaucracies in the US?

• Running private companies.

• Implementing laws written by Congress.

• Creating laws without Congress.

• Overpowering the judicial branch.

How do bureaucracies act like a legislature?

• By providing public services.

• By electing officials.

• By making new rules called regulations.

• By enforcing existing laws.

Why might privatization of bureaucratic tasks not always be a good idea?

• Private companies are always more expensive.

• Public services are always better.

• Private companies might not take on certain tasks like meat inspection.

• Privatization always leads to inefficiency.

What is one advantage of bureaucracies mentioned in the video?

• They are easy to change.

• They replace Congress every two years.

• They provide stability and built-up expertise.

• They are always temporary.