Which of the Following Statements About the Presidential Veto Is

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the presidential veto is most accurate?

• A) Presidents have used the veto only twice in American history.
• B) Use of the veto has remained constant across presidential administrations, and vetoes are frequently overridden.
• C) Use of the veto varies considerably across presidential administrations, and vetoes are seldom overridden.
• D) The line item veto and pocket vetoes are theoretical and never used.
• E) Use of the veto has remained constant across presidential administrations, and vetoes are seldom overridden.

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