In times when quick but limited action is needed, a direct law-enforcement power that may be exercised by the governor is

A) conscripting county sheriffs into state service to enforce martial law.
B) assuming direct command of the state highway patrol.
C) ordering district attorneys to prosecute persons illegal immigrants.
D) taking command of the Texas Rangers.


D

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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What will be an ideal response?

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The ______________ is the major governing body of the CCP; it approves the policies of leadership and meets annually to confirm members of the Standing Committee of the Politburo

a. Central Secretariat b. National Congress c. Politburo d. Central Committee

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a. persuasive power. b. collaborative power. c. coercive power. d. soft power.

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