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Independent Agencies

Description: This quiz is designed to test your knowledge about Independent Agencies in the United States government.
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Which of the following is an example of an Independent Agency?

  1. Federal Reserve

  2. Central Intelligence Agency

  3. Department of State

  4. Department of Defense

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Federal Reserve is an independent agency responsible for regulating the nation's monetary system and managing the country's central bank.

What is the primary function of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)?

  1. Regulating the stock market

  2. Enforcing antitrust laws

  3. Managing the federal budget

  4. Conducting diplomatic negotiations

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The SEC is responsible for regulating the securities industry, including stock exchanges, broker-dealers, and investment companies.

Which agency is responsible for conducting criminal investigations and enforcing federal laws?

  1. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

  2. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

  3. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

  4. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The FBI is the primary federal law enforcement agency responsible for investigating crimes and enforcing federal laws.

What is the purpose of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB)?

  1. Protecting workers' rights to organize and bargain collectively

  2. Regulating the banking industry

  3. Managing the nation's energy resources

  4. Conducting scientific research

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The NLRB is responsible for enforcing federal labor laws and protecting the rights of workers to organize and bargain collectively with their employers.

Which agency is responsible for regulating the safety of food, drugs, cosmetics, and medical devices?

  1. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

  2. Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

  3. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

  4. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The FDA is responsible for protecting the public health by ensuring the safety, efficacy, and security of human and veterinary drugs, vaccines, and other biological products.

What is the primary function of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)?

  1. Regulating interstate commerce

  2. Managing the nation's public lands

  3. Protecting the environment

  4. Regulating the telecommunications industry

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The FCC is responsible for regulating interstate and international communications by radio, television, wire, satellite, and cable.

Which agency is responsible for managing the nation's public lands and natural resources?

  1. Bureau of Land Management (BLM)

  2. National Park Service (NPS)

  3. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)

  4. Forest Service (FS)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The BLM is responsible for managing over 245 million acres of public lands, including forests, grasslands, deserts, and minerals.

What is the purpose of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)?

  1. Protecting the environment and human health

  2. Regulating the energy industry

  3. Managing the nation's transportation system

  4. Conducting scientific research

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The EPA is responsible for protecting human health and the environment by regulating air, water, and land pollution.

Which agency is responsible for regulating the safety of consumer products?

  1. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

  2. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

  3. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

  4. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The CPSC is responsible for protecting the public from unreasonable risks of injury or death associated with consumer products.

What is the primary function of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)?

  1. Conducting scientific research in space

  2. Regulating the aviation industry

  3. Managing the nation's energy resources

  4. Protecting the environment

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

NASA is responsible for conducting scientific research in space, developing space technology, and exploring the universe.

Which agency is responsible for regulating the safety of nuclear power plants?

  1. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)

  2. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

  3. Department of Energy (DOE)

  4. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The NRC is responsible for regulating the safety of nuclear power plants and other nuclear facilities.

What is the purpose of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)?

  1. Promoting competition and protecting consumers

  2. Regulating the banking industry

  3. Managing the nation's public lands

  4. Conducting scientific research

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The FTC is responsible for promoting competition and protecting consumers from unfair or deceptive business practices.

Which agency is responsible for regulating the safety of workplaces?

  1. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

  2. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

  3. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

  4. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

OSHA is responsible for protecting the safety and health of workers by setting and enforcing standards for workplaces.

What is the primary function of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)?

  1. Regulating the safety of motor vehicles and highways

  2. Managing the nation's public transportation system

  3. Protecting the environment

  4. Conducting scientific research

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The NHTSA is responsible for regulating the safety of motor vehicles and highways, including setting and enforcing safety standards for vehicles and roads.

Which agency is responsible for managing the nation's energy resources?

  1. Department of Energy (DOE)

  2. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

  3. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)

  4. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The DOE is responsible for managing the nation's energy resources, including developing and implementing energy policies, conducting energy research, and promoting energy efficiency.

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