PSEE General Knowledge and Civil Service 3

Question 1

Which U.S. government body is responsible for overseeing the federal budget?

Accepted Answer

All of the above play roles

Answer

Congressional Budget Office (CBO)

Answer

Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

Answer

Government Accountability Office (GAO)

Question 2

What is the role of the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB)?

Accepted Answer

To hear appeals from federal employees regarding adverse employment actions

Answer

To hire all federal employees

Answer

To write federal agency regulations

Answer

To classify government positions by pay grade

Question 3

Which of the following is considered a merit system principle in federal employment?

Accepted Answer

Selection and advancement based on ability and performance

Answer

Hiring based on political connections

Answer

Recruiting from a limited pool of candidates

Answer

Favoring candidates who share the supervisor's beliefs

Question 4

What does 'GS' stand for in the federal pay scale 'GS-7'?

Accepted Answer

General Schedule

Answer

Government Standard

Answer

Grade Status

Answer

Government Service

Question 5

Which principle requires government agencies to make decisions based on documented facts rather than personal preferences?

Accepted Answer

Evidence-based decision making

Answer

Separation of powers

Answer

Judicial review

Answer

Executive discretion

Question 6

What is the primary function of the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO)?

Accepted Answer

To audit and evaluate federal programs and expenditures

Answer

To process federal tax returns

Answer

To confirm presidential appointments

Answer

To draft legislation for Congress