Question 1

The Constitution promotes the principle that governmental legitimacy is derived from

Accepted Answer

A)  representation 
B)  consent of the governed 
C) the separation of powers 
D) accountability 
A)  representation 
B)  consent of the governed 
C) the separation of powers 
D) accountability B

Question 2

Why should public administrators understand the Constitution? What are four aspects of this relationship emphasized in the chapter? Explain.

Accepted Answer

Public administrators should understand the Constitution because it serves as the foundational legal document that outlines the powers and limitations of government. By understanding the Constitution, public administrators can ensure that their actions and policies are in compliance with the law and uphold the principles of the Constitution.

The chapter emphasizes four aspects of the relationship between public administrators and the Constitution. First, it highlights the importance of understanding the separation of powers and checks and balances established by the Constitution. This ensures that public administrators operate within their designated roles and do not overstep their authority.

Second, the chapter emphasizes the protection of individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution. Public administrators must be aware of these rights and ensure that their policies and actions do not infringe upon them.

Third, the chapter discusses the role of the judiciary in interpreting the Constitution and resolving disputes related to its application. Public administrators should understand the role of the courts in upholding the Constitution and be prepared to comply with judicial rulings.

Finally, the chapter addresses the concept of federalism and the division of powers between the federal government and state governments. Public administrators need to understand this division of powers to navigate the complexities of intergovernmental relations and ensure the proper implementation of laws and policies at both the federal and state levels. Overall, understanding the Constitution is essential for public administrators to uphold the rule of law and effectively carry out their responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with the principles and values enshrined in the Constitution.

Question 3

New property is best thought of as

Accepted Answer

A)  a property interest 
B)  a concept developed and defended by Justice Black 
C) not afforded any constitutional protection 
D) subject to seizure without due process 
A)  a property interest 
B)  a concept developed and defended by Justice Black 
C) not afforded any constitutional protection 
D) subject to seizure without due process A

Question 4

What constitutional hurdles do you think the NPM approach will have to overcome in its push toward deregulation and third-party government?

Accepted Answer

The NPM approach will likely face severa

Question 5

Suspect classifications are best described as

Accepted Answer

A)  always unconstitutional 
B)  constitutional if supported by a rational basis 
C) constitutional if they serve a compelling governmental interest 
D) always constitutional 
A)  always unconstitutional 
B)  constitutional if supported by a rational basis 
C) constitutional if they serve a compelling governmental interest 
D) always constitutional

Question 6

Under constitutional interpretation, an individual's privacy rights flow from the Second Amendment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Which of the following is most closely associated with procedural due process?

Accepted Answer

A)  chilling effect 
B)  least restrictive alternative 
C) narrow tailoring 
D) none are associated with it 
A)  chilling effect 
B)  least restrictive alternative 
C) narrow tailoring 
D) none are associated with it

Question 8

James Madison advocated the collapsing of powers in the executive branch.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which of the following is most likely to be found a "suspect classification"?

Accepted Answer

A)  race 
B)  gender 
C) age 
D) geographic residence 
A)  race 
B)  gender 
C) age 
D) geographic residence

Question 10

Which of the following terms is found in the Constitution?

Accepted Answer

A)  three-tier test 
B)  underinclusiveness 
C) compelling state interest 
D) none of the above 
A)  three-tier test 
B)  underinclusiveness 
C) compelling state interest 
D) none of the above

Question 11

Harley v. Schuylkill County (1979) best stands for which of the following principles?

Accepted Answer

A)  strict subordination within administrative hierarchies 
B)  public administrators have constitutional right to disobey unconstitutional orders 
C) prisoners have limited rights 
D) the courts are reluctant to declare new constitutional rights 
A)  strict subordination within administrative hierarchies 
B)  public administrators have constitutional right to disobey unconstitutional orders 
C) prisoners have limited rights 
D) the courts are reluctant to declare new constitutional rights

Question 12

Public administrators should be aware of constitutional law and constitutional values because

Accepted Answer

A)  they take an oath to support the Constitution 
B)  public administration in the United States cannot be successful if it violates constitutional values 
C) they may be found liable for their actions 
D) all of the above 
A)  they take an oath to support the Constitution 
B)  public administration in the United States cannot be successful if it violates constitutional values 
C) they may be found liable for their actions 
D) all of the above

Question 13

As compared to traditional public administrative approaches, constitutional values favor

Accepted Answer

A)  uniformity 
B)  clear lines of authority 
C) command 
D) diversity 
A)  uniformity 
B)  clear lines of authority 
C) command 
D) diversity

Question 14

An example of a natural right is

Accepted Answer

A)  freedom 
B)  equal protection 
C) due process 
D) privacy 
A)  freedom 
B)  equal protection 
C) due process 
D) privacy

Question 15

The framers sought to harness public administration in the confines of procedural due process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which of the following is generally found by the courts to be a compelling state interest?

Accepted Answer

A)  efficiency 
B)  economy 
C) administrative convenience 
D) none of the above 
A)  efficiency 
B)  economy 
C) administrative convenience 
D) none of the above

Question 17

Goldberg v. Kelley (1970) is important because it established that

Accepted Answer

A)  governmental largess was a form of property and was afforded constitutional protection 
B)  regulatory takings required just compensation from the government 
C) a "new partnership" would develop between the judiciary and public administration 
D) private parties were subject to constitutional constraints if they were engaged in state action 
A)  governmental largess was a form of property and was afforded constitutional protection 
B)  regulatory takings required just compensation from the government 
C) a "new partnership" would develop between the judiciary and public administration 
D) private parties were subject to constitutional constraints if they were engaged in state action

Question 18

Gratz v. Bollinger shows that race and ethnicity can be taken into account in admitting students to state universities

Accepted Answer

A)  for entire suspect classes 
B)  in the context of individualized consideration of each applicant 
C) in a manner that is administratively most efficient for the university 
D) none of the above 
A)  for entire suspect classes 
B)  in the context of individualized consideration of each applicant 
C) in a manner that is administratively most efficient for the university 
D) none of the above

Question 19

The New Public Management holds that legitimacy in public administrative action will be achieved by enhancing

Accepted Answer

A)  accountability 
B)  ethics 
C) performance 
D) due process 
A)  accountability 
B)  ethics 
C) performance 
D) due process

Question 20

Constitutional law is best thought of as

Accepted Answer

A)  completely explicit in the Constitution 
B)  completely explicit in the Constitution and existing judicial precedents 
C) inherent in constitutional values and the logic of the Constitution 
D) an inappropriate basis for public administration in the United States 
A)  completely explicit in the Constitution 
B)  completely explicit in the Constitution and existing judicial precedents 
C) inherent in constitutional values and the logic of the Constitution 
D) an inappropriate basis for public administration in the United States

The Constitution promotes the principle that governmental legitimacy is derived from

Why should public administrators understand the Constitution? What are four aspects of this relationship emphasized in the chapter? Explain.

New property is best thought of as

What constitutional hurdles do you think the NPM approach will have to overcome in its push toward deregulation and third-party government?

Suspect classifications are best described as

Under constitutional interpretation, an individual's privacy rights flow from the Second Amendment.

Which of the following is most closely associated with procedural due process?

James Madison advocated the collapsing of powers in the executive branch.

Which of the following is most likely to be found a "suspect classification"?

Which of the following terms is found in the Constitution?

Harley v. Schuylkill County (1979) best stands for which of the following principles?

Public administrators should be aware of constitutional law and constitutional values because

As compared to traditional public administrative approaches, constitutional values favor

An example of a natural right is

The framers sought to harness public administration in the confines of procedural due process.

Which of the following is generally found by the courts to be a compelling state interest?

Goldberg v. Kelley (1970) is important because it established that

Gratz v. Bollinger shows that race and ethnicity can be taken into account in admitting students to state universities

The New Public Management holds that legitimacy in public administrative action will be achieved by enhancing

Constitutional law is best thought of as

The Practice and Discipline of Public Administration: Competing Concerns

The American Administrative State: Development and Political Environment

Federalism and Intergovernmental Relations: The Structure of the American Administrative State

Organization: Structure and Process

Public Personnel Administration and Collective Bargaining

Budgeting and the Public Finances

Decision Making

Policy Analysis and Implementation Evaluation

Regulatory Administration: An Illustration of Management, Politics, and Law in the Public Sector

Public Administration and the Public

Accountability and Ethics

The Future

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Exam 11: Public Administration and Democratic Constitutionalism

The Constitution promotes the principle that governmental legitimacy is derived from

Why should public administrators understand the Constitution? What are four aspects of this relationship emphasized in the chapter? Explain.

New property is best thought of as

What constitutional hurdles do you think the NPM approach will have to overcome in its push toward deregulation and third-party government?

Suspect classifications are best described as

Under constitutional interpretation, an individual's privacy rights flow from the Second Amendment.

Which of the following is most closely associated with procedural due process?

James Madison advocated the collapsing of powers in the executive branch.

Which of the following is most likely to be found a "suspect classification"?

Which of the following terms is found in the Constitution?

Harley v. Schuylkill County (1979) best stands for which of the following principles?

Public administrators should be aware of constitutional law and constitutional values because

As compared to traditional public administrative approaches, constitutional values favor

An example of a natural right is

The framers sought to harness public administration in the confines of procedural due process.

Which of the following is generally found by the courts to be a compelling state interest?

Goldberg v. Kelley (1970) is important because it established that

Gratz v. Bollinger shows that race and ethnicity can be taken into account in admitting students to state universities

The New Public Management holds that legitimacy in public administrative action will be achieved by enhancing

Constitutional law is best thought of as

The Practice and Discipline of Public Administration: Competing Concerns

The American Administrative State: Development and Political Environment

Federalism and Intergovernmental Relations: The Structure of the American Administrative State

Organization: Structure and Process

Public Personnel Administration and Collective Bargaining

Budgeting and the Public Finances

Decision Making

Policy Analysis and Implementation Evaluation

Regulatory Administration: An Illustration of Management, Politics, and Law in the Public Sector

Public Administration and the Public

Accountability and Ethics

The Future

Filters