Which of the following is the best example of a convention?

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A convention is a practice or procedure that has been established and is widely followed by a particular group. A President having the power to appoint Supreme Court judges as representative of the people is a convention that has been established and widely followed in the United States. Choice A is incorrect because the President's power to appoint Supreme Court judges is based on the Constitution, not on the fact that the first President's father was a judge. Choice C is incorrect because appointments of Supreme Court judges are not made arbitrarily, but rather follow established procedures. Choice D is incorrect because dictating a meeting time is not a convention, but rather an administrative detail.

Which of the Following Is the Best Example of a Convention