Question

An important characteristic of all independent executive agencies is that _____.

a. they are given small budgets
b. they are headed by one person
c. they are run like large businesses
d. they are controlled by the cabinet

Answer 1

The answer is B - They are headed by one person

Answer 2

An important characteristic of all independent executive agencies is that they are headed by one person. Correct answer: B

An executive agency is a part of the government that carries out programs and operations not performed by the legislature or judiciary. Independent executive agencies re self-governed and not directly controlled by the President of the United States.