Question

which statement best describes a commission system?
a legislative body hires a leader to oversee city departments.
an elected leader and an elected legislative body share responsibility.
a leader oversees city departments, and a legislative body has limited power.
a legislative body oversees city departments directly.

Explanation:

In a commission - system of government, members of the legislative body are also in charge of different city departments, meaning the legislative body oversees city departments directly.

Answer:

A legislative body oversees city departments directly.