Question 40 of 128

If the president can no longer serve, who becomes president?

Accepted Answers

  • • The Vice President

Why This Matters

The Vice President is first in the line of succession. This has happened 9 times in U.S. history due to death or resignation.

Memory Tip

Vice President becomes President. That's why 'Vice' = backup.

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System of Government(American Government)

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