The Principle of Executive Privilege Is Primarily Used to

question 17

Multiple Choice

The principle of executive privilege is primarily used to

• A) overturn legislation of which the president disapproves.
• B) distribute money among executive agencies as the president sees fit.
• C) safeguard the confidentiality of presidential communications.
• D) pressure Congress into expediting legislation proposed by the president.
• E) enhance the transparency and accessibility of the Oval Office.

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Definitions:

Ground Dwellers

Animals or organisms that live primarily on or near the ground rather than in trees or water.

Primates

An order of mammals, including humans, monkeys, and apes, characterized by large brains, forward-facing eyes, and opposable thumbs.

Arboreal

Living in the trees.

Insect Eaters

Organisms that primarily consume insects as their main source of nutrition.