Understanding Politics: Power and Decision-Making
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What is the main focus of studying Politics in the Philippines based on the text?

  • The linguistic diversity of the Filipino society
  • The architectural design of government institutions
  • The historical background of political leaders
  • The exercise of power by political leaders and effectiveness of government institutions (correct)

Which term refers to the administrative action of sovereign authority over a political unit or organization?

  • Politics
  • Government
  • Governance (correct)
  • Statecraft

Who are included in the term 'Government' based on the text?

  • Private sector businesses
  • Persons and organizations that make, enforce, and apply political decisions (correct)
  • Only civil society organizations
  • Only political leaders

What should 'governing' ideally mean according to the text?

<p>Facilitating or regulating, not dominating or commanding (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT considered part of studying Politics in the Philippines based on the text?

<p>Interpreting ancient texts (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Governance from Government based on the text?

<p>Government is about political decisions, while Governance is about authoritative direction over organizations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Heywood (2013) define politics as?

<p>An activity involving conflict and cooperation in solving disagreements (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Aristotle, why is politics necessary for human beings?

<p>To create a just society (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between power and authority in politics?

<p>Power is forceful, while authority is justified and legitimate. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does politics facilitate conflict resolution?

<p>Through compromise, conciliation, and negotiation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what context did Aristotle claim that 'man by nature is a political animal'?

<p>In the context of political communities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Heywood (2013) describe the relationship between people in politics?

<p>Involves struggle over resources (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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