If the governor's office is vacant and the lieutenant governor becomes the governor, what happens to the lieutenant governor's position?
A) It remains vacant.
B) The new governor also holds the position of lieutenant governor.
C) A new lieutenant governor is selected by the Texas Senate.
D) A new lieutenant governor is nominated by the governor, subject to Senate confirmation.
E) A new lieutenant governor is selected in a statewide election.
Answer: C
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