Practice Quiz

Praxis II Early Education Content Knowledge

Category - Social Studies

Start a Study Session Sign up for Question of the Day
Which branch of federal government has the power to declare war?
  1. The executive branch
  2. The legislative branch
  3. The judicial branch
  4. None of the above
Explanation
Answer: B - The legislative branch of government has the power to declare war. The executive branch includes the president who, as of The War Powers Resolution of 1973, needs authorization by Congress or needs to notify Congress within 48 hours of military action in cases of emergencies. Congress is part of the legislative branch of government, consisting of the Senate and House of Representatives.
Was this helpful? Upvote!
Login to contribute your own answer or details
Start a Study Session Sign up for Question of the Day

Top questions

Related questions

Most popular on PracticeQuiz