Question

1. which of the following non - legislative powers may be exercised solely by the senate? the power to propose constitutional amendments the power to elect a president if the electoral college fails to do so the power to approve or reject major presidential appointments the power to investigate the activities of public officials

Explanation:

The power to propose constitutional amendments is not exclusive to the Senate. The House of Representatives can also be involved. The power to elect a President if the Electoral College fails is a power of the House of Representatives. The power to investigate activities of public - officials is not exclusive to the Senate. However, the Senate has the sole power to approve or reject major presidential appointments (such as federal judges, cabinet - level positions) as part of the system of checks and balances.

Answer:

C. the power to approve or reject major presidential appointments