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Though it can be overturned by a 2/3 supermajority, which of the selections listed below is a power U.S. Presidents have to halt legislation passed by the House and Senate from becoming law?

Select one:
A. veto
B. pardon
C. Presidential seal
D. executive order

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Answer:

The correct answer is: veto

Step-by-step explanation:

Article I, Section 7 of the U.S. Constitution grants Presidents the power to veto legislation. Historically, only around 4% of Presidential vetoes have been overridden by a 2/3 Congressional vote.

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The answer is D: executive order
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