Exam 1: Political Environment

To stimulate competition and protect both consumers and workers, what does the federal government do?

The warranty you receive in the box with a DVD player is an express warranty.

A patent gives inventors exclusive rights to their inventions for how long? 

What are the three levels of government in Canada?

Explain the difference between monetary and fiscal policy and explain how they are formulated.

What are the four main types of taxes other than income taxes?

Which level of government controls bylaws?

The judgment handed out in civil court typically entails which of the following?

Who owns the copyright of a cartoon character created by an employee of a company as part of his or her normal job responsibilities?

Describe some of the areas that the provincial government has authority over.

What is the intent of a patent?

PEI is the only province that does not collect provincial sales tax.

Which system ensures that the government is held accountable to you and me?

Rio Bravo Theme Park is known for its variety of roller coasters. Recently, it was reported that two cars on the Macho Nacho roller coaster left the tracks, resulting in serious injuries to four riders. These riders are suing the theme park for damages, claiming that the maintenance procedures for the coasters were carelessly performed by the park's staff. When hearing the lawsuits, the courts will seek to determine whether Rio Bravo Theme park could be which of the following?

Why is Quebec receiving $29.5 million from Sustainable Development Technology Canada?

Which level of government collects tax off the money you earn (income tax)?

What is a civil or private act that harms other people or their property?

Which position is responsible for a federal or provincial department's day-to-day operations?

A tort is a private wrong that results in physical or mental harm to an individual or damage to that person's property.

Which jurisdiction has the responsibility for education?