Unit 1 Lesson 8

Multiple Choice
1. Which of the following state program areas consumes the largest part of the executive budget? (1 point)
human services
education👈
natural resources
transportation
2. Which state department is responsible for mental health-related issues and welfare? (1 point)
human services👈
education
natural resources
transportation
3. The Temporary Assistance for Needy Families is a part of which state agency? (1 point)
Department of Administrative Services
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
Department of Education
Department of Human Services👈

To answer the multiple-choice questions, you need to have an understanding of state program areas and the responsibilities of various state departments. Let's go through each question and explain how to arrive at the correct answer.

1. Which of the following state program areas consumes the largest part of the executive budget?
To answer this question, you need to consider which program area is likely to require the most significant financial allocation. You may know that education is usually one of the most costly areas in a state's budget. In this case, education is the correct answer as it consumes the largest part of the executive budget.

2. Which state department is responsible for mental health-related issues and welfare?
To determine the correct answer, you should be aware of which state department typically handles mental health-related issues and welfare programs. The Department of Human Services is commonly responsible for these areas, so that is the correct answer.

3. The Temporary Assistance for Needy Families is a part of which state agency?
To identify the correct answer, you should be familiar with the different state agencies and their respective responsibilities. In this case, the program "Temporary Assistance for Needy Families" typically falls under the purview of the Department of Human Services. Therefore, the correct answer is the Department of Human Services.

By understanding the roles and responsibilities of state departments and program areas, you can determine the correct answers to these multiple-choice questions.