Which feature most clearly distinguishes a parliamentary system from a presidential system?
Correct answer: D. The executive remains politically responsible to the legislature
- A. The judiciary can review legislative decisions
- B. The constitution always has a single written document
- C. The head of state is directly elected by citizens
- D. The executive remains politically responsible to the legislature
Explanation
In a parliamentary system, the executive usually remains in office only while it retains the confidence of the legislature. The other features can also occur in presidential systems, so they do not provide the main distinction.
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