Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Commission

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of the Commission of the European Union?

• A) It coordinates the policies of the member states in a variety of areas from economics to foreign affairs.
• B) It is composed of elected representatives from the five most powerful member states.
• C) It plays an active role in drafting legislation that has an impact on the daily lives of its citizens.
• D) It is the only institution of the EU that has control over the annual budget of the EU.
• E) It consists of individuals who represent the will and interests of the entire European Union.

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