Article II of the United States Constitution lists four express powers of the president. Which of the following is NOT one of the express powers?
a. commander in chief of the armed forces
b. power to grant reprieves or pardons
c. power to make treaties
d. power to declare war
e. power to appoint federal judges and justices
ANS: D
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