The Head of State Is a Political Figure ______

question 5

Multiple Choice

The head of state is a political figure ______.

• A) whose power has far outstripped that of the legislative branch
• B) representing the entire country, sometimes with little governing power
• C) who is in charge of the functioning and day-to-day affairs of the state
• D) who is typically the leader of a political party

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