AP Gov: Chapter 11 Multiple Choice Question

When the House and the Senate pass different versions of the same bill, these versions are reconciled by a

Conference Committee

The filibuster may be considered undemocratic because

it is used by the minority to defeat the majority

Which of the following statements is true?

Congress is more responsive to a wide range of interests in America.

All EXCEPT which of the following are true of incumbents in Congress?

Most incumbents' views on policy are well known to their constituents.

Which of the following best describes the president's influence over congressional decision making?

Presidential influence in Congress occurs at the margins.

Which of the following is most likely to hurt an incumbent legislator's chances for reelection?

The incumbent has gone through a scandalous and public divorce.

Which of the following is NOT a reason for the current under representation of women in Congress?

Women are less likely than men to win races they enter.