What cultures influenced Caribbean music? Most of the Caribbean population are descendants of West African slaves and settlers from Europe, India and China. The music of the Caribbean differs from island to island, but each kind has its origins in a mixture of African and European influences. How has the music of the Caribbean influenced […]
What are the three protections of the 8th Amendment?
What are the three protections of the 8th Amendment? Excessive Fines, Cruel and Unusual Punishment Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted. Why the Eighth Amendment is important? The eighth amendment is very important because it guarantees many “freedom from” rights. For example, it protects Americans […]
What is required for federal court jurisdiction over a case?
What is required for federal court jurisdiction over a case? The two requirements for federal courts to exercise diversity jurisdiction are: (1) the plaintiff and defendant must be citizens of different states; and (2) the amount in controversy must be greater than $75,000, exclusive of interest and costs. What are the types of federal jurisdiction? […]
Who puts US paper currency in circulation?
Who puts US paper currency in circulation? Paper Money American paper currency come in seven denominations: $1, $2, $5, $10, $20, $50, and $100. The Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) manufactures paper money. Where is US paper money printed? The Bureau of Engraving and Printing, located in Washington D.C., and Fort Worth, Texas, prints […]
How do you know if your clever?
How do you know if your clever? 10 Signs You’re Exceptionally Smart Though You Don’t Appear To Be You’re a night owl. You’re the silent type. You face your problems. You hang out with smart and creative people. You strive for perfection. You tend to be quite self-critical. You like to stay informed. You’re constantly […]
What are the three parts of a systems model of change?
What are the three parts of a systems model of change? The systems model of change consists of three parts: inputs, target elements of change, and outputs. What are companies doing to respond effectively to increasing segmentation of the marketplace? What are companies doing to respond effectively to increasing segmentation of the marketplace? Promoting the […]
What are the 4 New Deal programs?
What are the 4 New Deal programs? Major federal programs and agencies included the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), the Civil Works Administration (CWA), the Farm Security Administration (FSA), the National Industrial Recovery Act of 1933 (NIRA) and the Social Security Administration (SSA). Which New Deal program was agricultural recovery? Agricultural Adjustment Administration (AAA), in U.S. […]
What was the poverty rate in 2010?
What was the poverty rate in 2010? 15.1 percent What percentage of people in poverty are single mothers? Poverty rate of families with a single mother 2019 17.1% 2018 19.7% 2017 19.8% 2016 21.1% What percentage of single parent families headed by women are officially poor? 34% What percent of single parent families are in […]
What were the New Deal programs and what did they do?
What were the New Deal programs and what did they do? The programs focused on what historians refer to as the “3 R’s”: relief for the unemployed and poor, recovery of the economy back to normal levels, and reform of the financial system to prevent a repeat depression. How did the New Deal assist farmers? […]
What happens to interest rates when price level increases?
What happens to interest rates when price level increases? An increase in the price level (i.e., inflation), ceteris paribus, will cause an increase in average interest rates in an economy. In contrast, a decrease in the price level (deflation), ceteris paribus, will cause a decrease in average interest rates in an economy. When the price […]