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Zulu123

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Why do the speaker of the House and the lieutenant governor typically not participate in debate over bills?
 
  a. They do not know enough about bills to offer meaningful input.
  b. The rules of the chambers do not allow them to participate.
  c. They are usually not present in their chambers.
  d. They make an effort to act as neutral presiding officers.

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Why is the office of the lieutenant governor considered by some to be the most powerful office in Texas state government?
 
  a. This office is elected independently of the governor and can develop a dominant legislative role.
  b. This office, unlike the governor's, is protected from being charged with crimes while in office.
  c. The Texas Constitution grants the lieutenant governor more authority than the governor.
  d. The lieutenant governor has the sole power and responsibility to appoint statewide officials.


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

Answer: d

Answer to Question 2

Answer: a


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Reply #2 on: Jul 8, 2018
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