Which of the following best describes the president's executive and clemency powers? (1 point)

Question

• the powers to call a special session of Congress and veto legislation
• the powers to issue executive orders and veto legislation
• the powers to issue signing statements and reprieves
• the powers to appoint members of the cabinet and issue pardons

Answer 1

The option that best describes the president's executive and clemency powers is:

• the powers to appoint members of the cabinet and issue pardons.

This option accurately reflects the president's ability to appoint cabinet members (an executive power) and the clemency power to issue pardons.