Entry Exam Category: High School Equivalency Exams
Course: General Education Development (GED)
Exam: GED Social Studies Practice Test
Practice Question
Extract
This table shows the numbers of Democrats, Republicans, and Independents in the 112th session of the U.S. Congress in 2011.
Assuming that the majority of senators and representatives voted along party lines, which conclusion about the U.S. government in 2011 does the table support?
Answer Choices
- A: The party that passed more legislation could be anticipated.
- B: The party that would win the next presidential election could be predicted.
- C: Party divisions were a challenge to the legislative process.
- D: Party affiliations are a requirement for congressional membership.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Close divisions (242R/193D House; 51D/47R Senate) create legislative gridlock