The power of a cabinet member within a department may be limited if

a. the economy is faltering and unemployment and prices rise.
b. career administrators do not fall in line with their politically appointed supervisor.
c. they are assigned to a department concerned with domestic affairs.
d. their constituents demand too many political favors.
e. other cabinet members have stronger political ties with the President.


Answer: b. career administrators do not fall in line with their politically appointed supervisor.

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