Which is true of the actions of American presidents historically as they confronted economic crises?
a. Both Democratic and Republican presidents have taken actions to stimulate the economy.
b. Democratic presidents have taken actions to stimulate the economy, but Republican presidents have not.
c. Republican presidents have taken actions to stimulate the economy, but Democratic presidents have not.
d. Neither Democratic nor Republican presidents have taken actions to stimulate the economy.
Question 2
When it comes to the role of the federal government in the economy, which of the following statements is accurate?
a. Most Americans would prefer an economy completely free of any federal regulations.
b. Since the Great Recession, the scope of federal activity in the economy has contracted.
c. The U.S. Constitution restricts direct regulation of the economy to state governments.
d. The outcomes of presidential elections are heavily influenced by the health of the economy.
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