Modern presidents have asserted that the “take care clause” of Article II allows them to take whatever action the nation’s well-being requires provided that which of the following is true?

a. The action is expressly provided for in other areas of the Constitution.
b. The action is mandated by some specified duty determined by Congress.
c. The action is not expressly forbidden by the Constitution or public law.
d. The action is also ratified by the Senate.

c. The action is not expressly forbidden by the Constitution or public law.