Which of the Following Statements About a President's Veto Power

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about a president's veto power is most accurate?

• A) Because vetoes are usually overridden, the power has become unimportant.
• B) The president's veto is final, and this gives him or her complete control over legislation.
• C) The threat of a veto gives the president significant influence over Congress and legislation.
• D) The veto has been used by Congress to stop the president from signing legislation.
• E) Because vetoes are rarely overridden, the power has become unimportant.

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