Multiple Select. The Senate has several powers assigned exclusively to it. Which THREE of the following are powers of the Senate?(3 points)

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impeach federal officials
impeach federal officials

try cases of the impeachment of federal officials
try cases of the impeachment of federal officials

elect the President in the event of an Electoral College tie
elect the President in the event of an Electoral College tie

ratify treaties
ratify treaties

initiate revenue bills
initiate revenue bills

confirm Presidential appointments

Answer 1

The three powers assigned exclusively to the Senate are:

1. Try cases of the impeachment of federal officials
2. Ratify treaties
3. Confirm Presidential appointments

The other options, such as impeaching federal officials and initiating revenue bills, are not exclusive to the Senate. The House of Representatives has the sole power to initiate impeachment, and revenue bills must originate in the House as well. The Senate has the role of holding the trial after impeachment and ratifying treaties and confirming appointments made by the President.