State administration in Texas is confusing for which of the following reasons?
a. There is no single, uniform organizational pattern.
b. There are numerous exceptions to the traditional bureaucratic characteristic of hierarchy.
c. The number of state agencies depends upon one's method of counting.
d. There are at least five different types of top policymakers in state agencies.
e. All of the above.
Q. 2Administrative discretion refers to the ability of bureaucrats to use their own judgment as to just how laws should be carried out.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 3Bureaucrats may directly influence legislation by drafting bills, furnishing information to legislators, and by lobbying.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 4The Sunset Advisory Commission is responsible for reviewing all statutory boards, commissions, and departments (except colleges and universities) on a periodic basis.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 5The term legislative oversight refers to any situation in which the bureaucracy acts without the knowledge and approval of the legislature.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 6A Sunshine Law is so named because it forces agencies to shed light on their deliberations and procedures in order to prevent or expose bureaucratic ineptitude, corruption, or unnecessary secrecy.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 7Which of the following elected officials in Texas is responsible for supervising the leasing of state-owned lands for such purposes as oil production and grazing?
a. Treasurer
b. Secretary of State
c. Commissioner of Agriculture
d. Commissioner of the General Land Office
e. Attorney General
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