Question

which of the following responsibilities are held by the legislative, rather than the executive, branch? select the two correct answers. (1 point) writing and voting on new laws providing social programs to citizens selecting new judges for federal courts determining the budget of government departments determining the priorities of law enforcement agencies

Explanation:

1. Writing and voting on new laws is a core power of the legislative branch, as legislatures are responsible for creating statutory law.
2. Determining the budget of government departments is a key legislative function (the power of the purse), where legislatures authorize government spending.
3. Providing social programs, selecting federal judges (the executive nominates, Senate confirms but the core selection is executive), and setting law enforcement priorities are executive branch responsibilities.

Answer:

• writing and voting on new laws
• determining the budget of government departments