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What powers does Congress have? Choose three correct answers.the power to declare war on other countriesthe power to impeach the president and other officials the power to appoint justices to the Supreme Courtthe power to violate state lawsthe power to approve presidential appointments

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the power to declare war on other countries
B
the power to impeach the president and other officials
C
the power to appoint justices to the Supreme Court
D
the power to violate state laws
E
the power to approve presidential appointments
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Which statement best evaluates whether Congress truly represents the US?

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Congress is a good representation because the average age of representatives is close to that of the average US resident.
B
Congress is a good representation because the average age and education of representatives is close to that of the average US resident.
C
Congress is not a good representation because there is a higher percentage of women in Congress than in the United States.
D
Congress is not a good representation because there is a lower percentage of women and minorities in Congress than in the United States.
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What is one way this bill could still become a law?

A
Each house of Congress can pass the bill with a two-thirds majority.
B
The president can make any changes they want and then sign the bill into law.
C
The bill can be passed by a majority vote in both houses of Congress.
D
The Speaker of the House may sign the bill in the president’s place.

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