Question

identify which of the following is a key independent agency. (1 point)
○ the federal reserve
○ centers for disease control
○ the department of the interior
○ the internal revenue service

Explanation:

To determine the key independent agency, we analyze each option:

• The Federal Reserve (the Fed) is an independent agency. It operates independently of political influence to conduct monetary policy, regulate banks, etc.
• The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) is part of the Department of Health and Human Services, a cabinet - level department, so it's not an independent agency in the same sense.
• The Department of the Interior is a cabinet - level department, not an independent agency.
• The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is part of the Department of the Treasury, so it's not an independent agency.

Answer:

the Federal Reserve