Identify a True Statement About the Speaker of the House

question 68

Multiple Choice

Identify a true statement about the Speaker of the House.

• A) The Speaker cannot ignore a member who wishes to speak.
• B) The Speaker can interpret the outcome of most of the votes taken.
• C) The Speaker can choose to vote on all the bills.
• D) The Speaker is the leader of the minority party.
• E) The Speaker can choose to vote while presiding over the House.

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The depreciation expense allowed by tax authorities to account for the reduction in value of a tangible asset over its useful life, intended to provide a tax shield for businesses.

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