In the 17th century there were many of these independent local bodies levying their own taxes and administering justice. This early form of local government played a role in the development of a political system in the Netherlands that was decentralised and dependent on communal cooperation. Widespread experience with decentralized government was a factor in the formation of the Dutch Republic in the 16th and 17th centuries. The mandate of Rijkswaterstaat , established in 1798 under French rule, was to centralise water control in the Netherlands. Local water boards refused to give up their autonomy however, so Rijkswaterstaat ended up working alongside the local water boards. Today Rijkswaterstaat has responsibility for major water control structures and other infrastructure like motorways. By 1850 there were about 3,500 water boards in the country. In modern times water boards merged as they dealt with joint  interests. Mergers eventually reduced the number to 25 water boards in 2011. The tasks of water boards remain basically unchanged. Having a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages, they are the oldest governing bodies and the oldest democratic institutions in the Netherlands. Dutch water boards have their own coat of arms, a colourful reminder of their importance in Dutch history. The historic buildings that used to house the water boards are another legacy. Called gemeenlandshuis or waterschaphuis, these charming old buildings can be found at the heart of many Dutch towns.

By how many water boards had the countries water boards decreased by from 1850 to 2011?
A: 3475

For the second straight week, a last-second field goal did in the Eagles. They started off poorly again, being held scoreless in the first half. Donovan McNabb tossed three interceptions in the first three quarters, with two of them being returned for touchdowns by Tampa Bay cornerback Ronde Barber. Trailing 17-0, McNabb found fullback Thomas Tapeh in the end zone. A short touchdown pass to Reggie Brown brought the Eagles to within three. The Bucs added a field goal, making it 20-14. With&#160;:33 left in the game, Brian Westbrook took a short pass and rumbled to a 52-yard touchdown. The point after gave the Eagles the lead, and it seemed as though they had pulled out a dramatic victory. However, a last-ditch 62-yard field goal attempt by Matt Bryant somehow made it through the uprights, robbing Philadelphia of the win. Westbrook had over 100 yards in both rushing and receiving in the defeat.  Because of this loss, and a win by the New York Giants one night later against the Dallas Cowboys, the Eagles slid into second place in the NFC East.

How long was Westbrooks touchdown?
A: 52-yard

After a tough road win, the Steelers traveled home to take on the Vikings.  In the first quarter, the Steelers would score first as Ben Roethlisberger found Martavis Bryant on a 27-yard pass to make it 7-0 for the only score of the period.  They increased their lead in the second quarter when Roethlisberger found Juju Smith-Schuster on a 4-yard pass to make it 14-0.  The Vikes then got on the board later on in the quarter when Kai Forbath kicked a 42-yard field goal to make it 14-3 at halftime.  In the third quarter, the Steelers went back to work as Chris Boswell kicked a 46-yard field goal to make it 17-3.  The Vikes drew closer when C.J. Ham ran for a 1-yard touchdown (with a failed PAT) to make it 17-9.  The Steelers however pulled away later on in the quarter when Boswell kicked a 29-yard field goal to make it 20-9.  In the fourth quarter, it was all Steelers as they closed out the game with 2 more field goals:  from 37 and 43 yards out to make it 23-9 and the eventual final score 26-9. With the win, the Steelers improved to 2-0.  The team's regular season winning streak also increased to 9 straight. The 17-point margin of victory marked the largest by Pittsburgh over Minnesota in series history.

Which player scored the third longest field goal?
A:
Kai Forbath