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President Obama has to undergo surgery that requires anesthesia (he will be put to sleep). Since he cannot be the active president if he is in surgery, who would step in to fulfill his role until he recovers?

A.
Chief Justice John Roberts
B.
Vice President Joseph Biden
C.
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton
D.
Secretary of Defense Robert Gates

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B. vice president joseph biden
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Hypothetical: President Obama has to undergo surgery that requires anesthesia (he will be put to sleep). Since he cannot be the active president if he is in surgery, Vice President Joseph Biden would step in to fulfill his role until he recovers.
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