Answer: It is a set of actions taken by interest groups on issues that relate to the economy.
Explanation: An economic policy is when there is a course of action intended to control or influence the economy's behavior. (Like being told as a kid to not run down the hallway or else you'll get hurt.)
The act mandates that most positions within the federal government should be awarded on the basis of merit instead of political patronage. ... The Pendleton Civil Service Act provided for the selection of some government employees by competitive exams, rather than ties to politicians or political affiliation.
( C ) Committee on Energy and Natural Resources
<span>It benefited Northern manufactures, hurt Southern farmers
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