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What is the term government used to describe?
The means by which a society organizes itself and how it allocates authority to accomplish collective goals and provide benefits for the society as a whole.
What are some goals that governments around the world seek to accomplish?
Economic prosperity, secure national borders, and the safety and well-being of citizens.
What are some benefits commonly provided by governments to their citizens?
Education, health care, and an infrastructure for transportation.
What does the term politics refer to?
The process of gaining and exercising control within a government for the purpose of setting and achieving particular goals, especially those related to the division of resources within a nation.
What does the term government allocate authority for?
To accomplish collective goals and provide benefits that the society as a whole needs.
Test your knowledge on the organization and functions of government, including the allocation of authority, economic prosperity, national security, and citizen well-being.
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