Question

1. according to the u.s. constitution, the executive branch executes (administers) the law. it can place checks and balances on the legislative branch with the power to _______.

options:
pardon.
nominate judges.
veto a law.
create a budget.
clear all

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze the checks and balances of the U.S. Executive branch on the legislative branch:

• "Pardon" is related to judicial matters, not legislative checks.
• "Nominate judges" is a check on the judicial branch, not legislative.
• "Veto a law" is a direct check on the legislative branch (Congress), as the President can veto bills passed by Congress.
• "Create a budget" is part of the executive's role but not a check on the legislative branch.

Answer:

C. veto a law. (Assuming the options are labeled A: pardon, B: nominate judges, C: veto a law, D: create a budget)