Q:An independent regulatory authority, like the Federal Reserve Board.
A)is subject to legislative oversight.
B)operates independently of both the President and Congress.
C)takes orders from the President.
D)engages in partisan politics
Q:A clientelist is often appointed to be secretary of agriculture because
A)he can serve the interests of farmers
B)he is a farmer
C) he knows agriculture
D)agriculture is not that complex that a specialist is needed.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Regulatory_agency
http://www.google.com/search?q=clientelist&oq=clientelist&aqs=chrome..69i57j0l5.4665j0j7&sourceid=chrome&es_sm=119&ie=UTF-8
Let us know what you decide.
To answer the first question:
An independent regulatory authority such as the Federal Reserve Board operates independently of both the President and Congress (option B). This means that it is not under the direct control of either the President or Congress, allowing it to make decisions and operate with a certain degree of autonomy.
To determine this answer, you can research the structure and functions of the Federal Reserve Board. You will find that it is designed to be independent from direct political influence to maintain stability and integrity in its decision-making process.
Now, let's move on to the second question:
A clientelist (a person who practices clientelism) may often be appointed as the secretary of agriculture because they can serve the interests of farmers (option A). Clientelism refers to a political system in which a powerful individual or institution provides benefits or favors to individuals or groups in exchange for their support or loyalty.
To arrive at this answer, you can research the role and responsibilities of the secretary of agriculture and the role of clientelism in politics. By understanding the dynamics of clientelism and how it can influence appointments, you can conclude that individuals appointed to the position may have the ability to represent and advocate for the interests of farmers.