Why Did the Framers Decide Against a Plural Executive (Two

question 30

Multiple Choice

Why did the framers decide against a plural executive (two or more presidents) or executive council (presidency-by-committee) ?

• A)They were familiar with the instability caused by ancient Rome's dual-consul system and how it led to over-representation of the poor plebeian castes.
• B)They feared that a plural executive would increase regional conflicts and lead to civil war.
• C)They did not want the new government to have to pay salaries for multiple executives and their staffs.
• D)They preferred a single executive who could act quickly without waiting to consult with co-executives.
• E)They thought it would be easier for Congress to impeach and remove a single executive.

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