Of the following, which statement is not true regarding the duties of the President?
A. Overseeing bills passed in Congress
B. Ruling on unconstitutional laws
C. Appointment of ambassadors and members of the cabinet
D. Dispatching the armed forces
E. Nomination of federal judges
Answer: B. Ruling on unconstitutional laws
Explanation: The President has many powers in both the legislative branch and executive branch, but almost none in the judicial branch. His main authority is the appointment of federal judges, and he makes no rules on constitutionality.
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