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

question 49

Multiple Choice

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

• A) The president's veto is final and thus gives him complete control over legislation
• B) Because presidents rarely use the veto, the power has become unimportant
• C) Because vetoes are usually overridden, the power has become unimportant
• D) The threat of veto gives the president significant influence over Congress

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