Congress Can Override a Presidential Veto by a

question 40

Multiple Choice

Congress can override a presidential veto by a

• A) simple majority vote (over 50%) in both the House of Representatives and the Senate.
• B) two-thirds majority vote in both the House of Representatives and the Senate.
• C) super-majority (75%) vote in both the House of Representatives and the Senate.
• D) simple majority vote in both the House of Representatives and the Senate but only if the Supreme Court agrees.
• E) super-majority (90%) majority in either the House of Representatives or the Senate.

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Definitions:

Control Signal

An electrical or electronic signal used to control the behavior of a system or device, directing its operation or response.

Trailer

Any of a number of different types of nonpowered, load-carrying vehicles towed by another vehicle.

Hold-Off Circuit

A type of circuit used to delay or prevent the activation of part of a system until certain conditions are met.

System Air Pressure

The pressure of the air in a pneumatic system, which is critical for the operation of air-powered tools or vehicles.