Which argument did the authors of the United States Constitution use when they insisted that revenue bills originate in the House of Representatives?
a. Frequent elections would make members of the House more responsive to the wishes of the voters.
b. Members of the House would have a superior understanding of economics.
c. The national budget should be determined solely by the House of Representatives.
d. Political parties would have less influence on Members of the House than on Senators.
Answer: a. Frequent elections would make members of the House more responsive to the wishes of the voters.
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