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What is authority

Power that is recognized as legitimate

Power recognized as legitimate

Authority

What two elements make up authority

Power and legitimacy

How can a culture affect economics

A culture can affect economics in various ways. One way is how people take care of their health. Another is where people work and the types of jobs they have. Eating out or cooking their own food at home can affect economics. Another affect culture can have on economics is the cultural events and traditions such as weddings or coming of age type parties.

Rule of the people is the basis of the concept of

Rule by the people underlies the concept of democracy. In law, this can raise questions about governance, such as the extent of government authority for representational governments and the role of judges.

Power and legitimacy existing together in a state is defined as

authority

What are some advantages to an oligarchic form of government

A. It prevents mob rule.
An oligarchy is supposed to be rule by the best but it is more often rule by the rich and powerful, usually with the backing of an army. If the ruling class treats the rest of the population well, an oligarchy can be efficient because it is decisive; there isn`t the squabbling that occurs in democracies.

What Sovereignty is exercised by an assembly of all of the citizens

Sovereignty being exercised by an assembly of all of the citizens is an example of direct democracy. It could also be referred to as pure democracy.

What areas do nongovernmental organizations work in

Nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) work in environmental protection, education, and health care.

How do traditions affect attempts to unify diverse leaders under a single government
  1. Traditional leaders don't want to give away or share any power,
  2. Traditional leaders tend to have an economic advantage and do not desire to give that up,
  3. The cultural change that would take place during unification is undesired by those in power,
  4. Traditional societies often attempt change through violence rather than diplomacy.
Which of the following statements is true about political maps are correct

political maps show nation states in dif colors

they will show capitals cities major cities and large lakes or rivers...

What does not describe one of the four basic characteristics of a state

A state has a democratic system

Which of the following statements about political maps are true

A: they are the most common type of map

B: they will show capital cities, major cities, and large lakes or rivers

D: they may show how areas are broken into countries and states

What are the following major elements of a high quality of life

A)access to effective education

(B) Ability to get quality health care

(D)Removal and appropriate treatment of waste

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