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 - style government, each commissioner is an elected official who oversees one or more city departments. The legislative and executive functions are combined in the commission, so a legislative body oversees city departments directly.

Answer:

A legislative body oversees city departments directly.