The president's ability to be successful as the chief legislator often depends on the president's personal popularity rather than on either the office's formal or informal powers

Which of the following is a check on the power of the United States Supreme Court?

(A) Congress controls the number of justices who may sit on the Court. (B) The Court has the power to enforce its decisions. (C) Cases involving a state's laws can be heard only through the Court's original jurisdiction. (D) The Court reviews all legislation after the president signs it into law. (E) Congress cannot rewrite or repass a law that the Court has declared unconstitutional.

One of the most powerful agencies in Washington, DC, the __________ assists in the preparation of the federal budget and monitors federal agencies throughout the year.

A. Council of Economic Advisers B. Office of Management and Budget C. Department of Budget and Commerce D. House Ways and Means Committee E. Senate Budget Committee