Question

in what way are most state governments similar to the federal government?
all state and federal executive leaders are appointed by the legislature.
governors all have the same term limits as the president.
all state and federal executive leaders are elected.
all state governments have executive, legislative, and judicial branches.

Explanation:

In the United States, both state and federal governments follow the principle of separation of powers, having executive, legislative, and judicial branches. State executive leaders (governors) and federal executive leader (president) are elected, not appointed by the legislature. Also, governor term - limits vary by state and are not the same as the president's.

Answer:

D. All state governments have executive, legislative, and judicial branches.