Question

multiple choice question
an example of congresss ____ occurs when congress passes legislation that creates incentives for the development of alternative energy sources.
checks and balances
lawmaking function
executive function
oversight function

Explanation:

Congress's main role is law - making. Passing legislation to create incentives for alternative energy sources is an example of its lawmaking function. Checks and balances involve one branch limiting another, the executive function is mainly about implementing laws (not Congress's main role here), and oversight function is about monitoring other branches or government activities.

Answer:

B. lawmaking function