Question

which of the following is a true statement about the u.s. senate? a the senate is the only house of congress that contains committees. b the senate cannot override a presidential veto. c bills cannot be introduced in the senate. d the senate contains fewer members than the house of representatives.

Explanation:

• Option A: Both the Senate and the House of Representatives have committees, so A is false.
• Option B: The Senate, along with the House, can override a presidential veto with a two - thirds majority vote, so B is false.
• Option C: Bills can be introduced in the Senate, so C is false.
• Option D: The Senate has 100 members (2 per state), and the House of Representatives has 435 members, so the Senate has fewer members than the House. This statement is true.

Answer:

D. The Senate contains fewer members than the House of Representatives.