Chapter 1 Multiple Choice: 1. Administrative law focuses on the laws governing which part of the government? a. Congress b. Courts c. Administrative agencies d. President Answer: c Objective: Define what administrative law is and isn’t. Page number: 2 Level: Basic 2. Administrative law is needed because the number of agencies has significantly _______ in recent years. a. increased b. decreased c. stayed the same Answer: a Objective: Define what administrative law is and isn’t. Page number: 2 Level: Basic 3. Which source of administrative law is a law passed by Congress that establishes an agency and sets forth the responsibilities and authority of that agency? a. Administrative Procedure Act b. Constitution c. Enabling Statute d. Executive Order Answer: c Objective: Identify and distinguish the sources of administrative law in the United States. Page number: 2-3 Level: Basic 4. Which source of administrative law is a comprehensive statute governing the procedures that agencies must follow when performing their functions?