Question 1

Which of the following major issues illustrates the need for coordination among levels of government and across jurisdictions at the same level of government?

Accepted Answer

A)  Controlling air emission and water pollution 
B)  Various forms of terrorist threats: physical and cyberwarfare 
C)  Natural disasters 
D)  Public health emergencies 
E)  All of these are correct.

Question 2

Except for school districts, all other types of local government obtain how much of their revenue from their own sources?

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Question 3

What have been the various types of financial aid flowing from the federal government to the states and local governments, as well as from states to their local governments? In addition to direct financial aid, what other intergovernmental devices are employed? Describe the changes that have been occurring on the intergovernmental fiscal landscape. What course do you expect for intergovernmental relations in the future?

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Question 4

While the term "devolution" denotes a shift or change in responsibility, to state and local governments in the United States, it has meant outright reduction in federal aid, other than in unusual circumstances such as a recession.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

When all levels of government tax the same source, such as personal income, this phenomenon is called:

Accepted Answer

A)  tax overlapping. 
B)  tax competition. 
C)  shared taxes. 
D)  progressive taxation.

Question 6

Which of the following is not an example of federal nongrant spending at the state and local levels?

Accepted Answer

A)  Defense contracts 
B)  Wages paid to federal civilian workers and military personnel 
C)  Medicare and Medicaid 
D)  Military base closure

Question 7

Aid to local governments in many states rises and falls depending on what factor?

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Question 8

In most states, aid to local governments is the largest element in the state budget.

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