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

question 28

Multiple Choice

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

• A) The president's veto is final and gives him or her complete control over legislation.
• B) Because vetoes are usually overridden, the power has become unimportant.
• C) The threat of a veto gives the president significant influence over Congress and legislation.
• D) The veto has been used by Congress to stop the president from signing legislation.
• E) Because vetoes are rarely overridden, the power has become unimportant.

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