Which describes cabinet members? a) they lead the executive branch. b) they lead executive departments. c) they lead the house and senate. d) they lead independent agencies.

The correct answer is B: They lead executive departments.

Explanation:

The President of the United States is the one who leads the executive branch. The President needs help from his/her cabinet members (advisors) who are responsible for the executive departments. Cabinet members are appointed by the US President and must be approved by a simple majority of the US Senate. These members are the heads of the 15 agencies or departments of the Federal government. We can mention, among others, the following agencies: US Department of Commerce; US Department of Agriculture; US Department of Defense; US Department of Justice.

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