What Did Neustadt Mean When He Wrote That Presidential Power

question 181

Multiple Choice

What did Neustadt mean when he wrote that presidential power is the power to persuade?

• A) He must bargain, compromise, and convince others that what he wants is in the country's best interest and in their own interest as well.
• B) Presidents have to persuade the Supreme Court to rule on presidential acts to determine their constitutionality.
• C) Presidents are weak in the face of public support.
• D) Presidents must use the State of the Union address to outline legislative priorities.
• E) Presidents needed help, and required an expanded executive branch to function.

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Definitions:

Hemispheres

The two halves of the brain, the right and left hemispheres, each responsible for different functions and controlling opposite sides of the body.

Relationship

The way in which two or more concepts, objects, or people are connected, or the state of being connected.

Brain Imaging Techniques

Methods used in neuroscience and psychology to visualize the structure and function of the brain, including MRI, CT scans, and PET scans.

Functioning

The action of operating or working in a proper or particular way.