Executive Branch and Presidency Flashcard

Front

The President must be at least __ years old, a natural born U.S. citizen, and have lived in the U.S. for __ years.

Back

35, 14

Front

The Vice President's primary job is to take over if the President __, resigns, or cannot fulfill his duties.

Back

dies

Front

The President serves as Commander-in-Chief, overseeing the __.

Back

armed forces

Front

The President's role as Chief Diplomat involves making __, which are formal agreements with other countries.

Back

treaties

Front

The War Powers Act limits the President’s ability to wage war to __ days without Congress’ approval.

Back

90

Front

The bureaucracy helps a chief executive officer carry out his or her __.

Back

duties

Front

There are __ total executive departments in the United States.

Back

15

Front

The __ is an example of a government corporation.

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US Postal Service

Front

Independent agencies have directors appointed by the __.

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president

Front

The Environmental Protection Agency is responsible for setting pollution and __ standards.

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emission