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Why was Governor Bill Clements overwhelmed when he took office?
 
  a. His predecessor had left the state with a larger deficit than was publicly known.
  b. He was an Austin insider, having served four terms in the state Senate prior to being elected governor.
  c. He did not understand the limitations of the powers of the governor.
  d. He faced a legislative revolt when he vetoed the budget.

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One of the governor's informal resources is the ability to __________.
 
  a. mobilize the Texas National Guard
  b. communicate to the public through the mass media
  c. call and set the agenda for special legislative sessions
  d. proclaim acts of executive clemency for convicted criminals


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kxciann

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Reply #1 on: Jul 8, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: c

Answer to Question 2

Answer: b


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Reply 2 on: Jul 8, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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