Question

9 why does getting a bill passed require so many steps? choose the best answer.
a to make sure that every bill is thoroughly examined, and has the support of a lot of people
b to make sure that every member of congress supports a bill before its passed
c to make sure that the supreme court will deem the bill constitutional
d to prevent too many new laws from being passed

Explanation:

• Option A: The legislative process has multiple steps (like committee review, floor debates, votes in both chambers) to thoroughly examine bills and gather support from many (legislators, stakeholders), which matches the purpose of thorough examination and broad support.
• Option B: It's impossible for every Congress member to support a bill; bills can pass with majority support, so this is incorrect.
• Option C: The Supreme Court's constitutional review happens after a law is passed (judicial review), not as part of the bill - passing steps, so this is wrong.
• Option D: The goal of the legislative process is to make good laws, not just prevent new laws. The multiple steps are for thoroughness, not restriction for the sake of restriction.

Answer:

A. To make sure that every bill is thoroughly examined, and has the support of a lot of people