If you see yourself as serving as a trustee, which of the following would you most likely do before a critical vote in Congress?
A. act independently and trust your own judgment on how best to serve the public interest
B. follow a strict interpretation of the Constitution in deciding your vote
C. consult the proper congressional committees in deciding how to vote on an issue
D. poll your constituents to find out what they think of the issue so you can vote as they desire
Answer: A
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