Questions and Answers
What are the qualifications to be Vice President?
35 years old, natural born citizen, resident for 14 years
What is an example of an informal qualification for Vice President?
The duties of the Vice President include presiding over the _____ and helping decide questions in case of presidential disability.
Senate
What is the 25th Amendment about?
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There is a term limit for the Vice President.
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What does the Succession Act of 1947 establish?
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Study Notes
Vice President Qualifications
- Minimum age of 35 years, must be a natural born citizen, and a resident for 14 years.
- These qualifications mirror those required for the President.
Informal Qualifications
- "Balance the Ticket" refers to the strategy of selecting a Vice Presidential candidate to enhance the Presidential candidate's appeal and voter base.
Responsibilities of the Vice President
- Presides over the Senate sessions.
- Assists in determining presidential disability and related decisions.
25th Amendment Overview
- Ratified in 1967 to clarify processes for filling presidential and vice presidential vacancies.
- Outlines procedures for addressing presidential disabilities:
- The President can notify Congress in writing of their disability.
- Alternatively, the Vice President along with the majority of the Cabinet can inform Congress.
- The President can regain authority by communicating with Congress, though this can be contested by the Vice President and Cabinet.
Term Limit
- There is no set term limit for the Vice President of the United States.
Succession Act of 1947
- Defines the presidential succession order:
- Vice President first, followed by the Speaker of the House, President pro tempore of the Senate, and then Cabinet members based on the creation order of their departments.
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Description
This quiz covers essential information about the qualifications and roles of the Vice President in the Executive Branch. It includes formal and informal qualifications as well as details on the Succession Act. Test your knowledge and understanding of this crucial aspect of American government.
