Chris believes that the Texas governor has one of the highest clemency powers in the country. Which of the following facts would contradict Chris's beliefs about the clemency powers of the Texas governor?

a. The governor cannot reject recommendations made by the Board of Pardons and Paroles on sentence reduction.
b. The governor cannot make recommendations to the Board of Pardons and Paroles.
c. The governor of Texas appoints judges of the Texas Supreme Court.
d. The governor of Texas has no independent clemency powers.

Answer: D