Question

before running for president in 1932, franklin d. roosevelt
had no previous experience in government.
had been vice president under herbert hoover.
had been governor of the state of new york.
had helped hoover balance the federal budget.

Explanation:

Franklin D. Roosevelt held the position of Governor of New York from 1929 to 1932, before his successful 1932 presidential run. He had prior government experience, was not Hoover's vice president, and did not assist Hoover with the federal budget.

Answer:

had been governor of the state of New York.