Why Are Texas Counties Important

question 52

Multiple Choice

Why are Texas counties important?

• A) They create and regulate cities.
• B) They act as legislative bodies, making most of the local laws.
• C) They provide the main form of government in rural areas.
• D) They have very broad governmental powers.
• E) There are generally more county governments in Texas than any other form of government.

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