Daily Quiz- 282
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Q1. The US govt shutdown exemplifies which of these governance challenges?
A. Hyper-partisanship
B. Fiscal federalism
C. Judicial activism
D. Executive unilateralism
Q2. If Congress fails to pass appropriations, which of the following CANNOT legally occur?
A. Closure of museums
B. Payment of federal salaries
C. Air traffic control
D. Military operations
Q3. The 2025 shutdown illustrates which economic concept?
A. Automatic stabilizers
B. Fiscal drag
C. Political economy of public goods
D. Supply-side economics
Q4. What is the main constitutional limitation leading to shutdowns?
A. No provision for provisional appropriations
B. President’s lack of veto
C. Judicial supremacy over budget
D. Executive dominance
Q5. Which of the following is a direct macroeconomic consequence of a shutdown?
A. Lower unemployment
B. Delayed GDP statistics
C. Higher government revenue
D. Rapid inflation
Answers Quiz- 281 (Nov 16)
1. B
Explanation: The deadlock was over extending ACA-related healthcare subsidies — blending fiscal and policy disputes.
2. B
Explanation: Essential workers must continue working, though pay is withheld until appropriations resume.
3. D
Explanation: The Constitution provides no arbitration body for executive-legislative deadlocks — prolonging shutdowns.
4. A
Explanation: Prolonged shutdowns can delay issuance of Treasury data, bond processing, or financial reports, affecting investor confidence.
5. B
Explanation: The President submits a budget proposal; Congress then debates and passes appropriations.
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