Author Question: When a bill is being discussed in the plenary, this _____. a. weakens legislative influence by ... (Read 37 times)

dalyningkenk · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

When a bill is being discussed in the plenary, this _____.

a. weakens legislative influence by lengthening the debate process
b. weakens legislative influence by undermining control of committees
c. strengthens legislative influence by turning committees into gatekeepers
d. strengthens legislative influence by making the adoption process more efficient

Question 2

Which statement best explains why legislators in presidential systems tend to be more independent of executives than legislators in parliamentary systems?

a. In presidential systems, legislators have their own electoral base.
b. Presidential systems typically use a system of proportional representation.
c. Presidential systems are based on a strong system of checks and balances.
d. In presidential systems, legislators often receive Cabinet appointments in exchange for their loyalty.