According the Twenty-fifth Amendment, what happens in the event of a vacancy in the vice presidency?

a. The House appoints a new vice president with approval of the president.
b. The president nominates an individual subject to the approval of both House and Senate by a majority vote.
c. The president nominates an individual with advice and consent of the Senate.
d. A general election is held on the first Tuesday in November and the Speaker of the House serves until the election.
e. The House nominates and the Senate confirms, with the president maintaining veto power.


ANS: B

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