Question

1. what can the president do in an executive order? *

make new laws

declare war

tell the executive branch to do something

take rights away from the american people.

Explanation:

• "Make new laws" is incorrect because law - making is the role of the legislative branch (Congress in the US).
• "Declare war" is incorrect as the power to declare war lies with Congress.
• "Tell the executive branch to do something" is correct. Executive orders are directives from the President to the executive branch (federal agencies, departments, etc.) to guide their actions and implement policies.
• "Take rights away from the American people" is incorrect. The President cannot unilaterally take away people's rights; such actions would be subject to constitutional and legal checks.

Answer:

C. Tell the executive branch to do something