The lieutenant governor's power is primarily due to __________.
A. his or her role as a member of the executive branch, second in line to become governor
B. the times he or she becomes governor when the sitting governor leaves the state or is otherwise incapacitated
C. his or her ability to make a strong political partnership with the governor
D. his or her leadership role in the senate
Answer: D
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