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Alygatorr01285

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Which of the following statements best characterizes the nature of the conflict between presidents and Congress?
 
  a. The conflict is a by-product of the weakening of American political parties.
  b. The conflict is integral to the design of the Constitution, deliberately intended by its authors.
  c. The conflict is a by-product of the recent polarization of the American party system.
 d. The conflict is a by-product solely of divided government.

Question 2

In which capacity is a modern vice president particularly influential in American politics?
 
  a. as an adviser in the policy-making process
  b. as a leader of the cabinet
  c. as a lead negotiator for executive agreements
  d. as presiding officer of the Senate



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Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

a





 

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