Cabinet ministers are appointed by the head of government (usually the prime minister), rather than being elected by the voters or selected by other members of parliament. This gives the head of government significant power and control over the composition of the government and its policies.

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Cabinet Ministers

Question 21

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Cabinet ministers

A) are appointed by the head of government.
B) check the powers of the prime minister.
C) are elected by voters.
D) have powers that illustrate the "presidentialization" of politics.
E) are the members of parliament responsible for selecting the prime minister.

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