Question

question 12 (multiple choice worth 3 points)
(02.03r mc)

which of the following is an implied power for the legislative branch to keep the executive branch accountable?

• overriding a presidents veto
• investigating the president
• authorizing federal spending
• nominating new judges

Explanation:

Distinguish expressed and implied powers

Expressed powers are explicitly written in the Constitution, whereas implied powers are not stated word-for-word but are reasonably deduced to carry out expressed duties.

Analyze the given options

• Overriding a president's veto: Expressly stated in Article I, Section 7.
• Investigating the president: Not explicitly written in the Constitution, but established as an implied power necessary for legislative oversight and lawmaking.
• Authorizing federal spending: Expressly stated in Article I, Section 8 (Power of the Purse).
• Nominating new judges: This is an expressed power of the executive branch (the President), not the legislative branch.

Identify the correct implied power

Investigating the executive branch is a key implied power derived from the legislative powers granted in Article I.

Answer:

• (A) Overriding a president's veto
• (B) Investigating the president (Correct answer)
• (C) Authorizing federal spending
• (D) Nominating new judges