Question

Which of the following best explains why it is the role of the president to nominate cabinet members? (1 point)
Because the president is a check on the Senate, the president has complete control over the nomination and confirmation of cabinet members.
Because cabinet members work closely with the president, the president can nominate individuals they believe will best fulfill their duties.
Because the Senate is often in recess, the president was given this role to complete the executive branch.
Because the Framers wanted the president to have absolute power, they gave the president the role to nominate cabinet secretaries.

Answer 1

Because cabinet members work closely with the president, the president can nominate individuals they believe will best fulfill their duties.

(The president selects nominees who will carry out and advise on the president's agenda; the Senate then provides advice and consent.)