What did the War Powers Resolution of 1973 do?

a It slowed the growing power of the legislative branch.

b It promoted the powers of the executive branch.

c It limited the president's power to start wars.

d It forced the legislative branch to fund wars properly.

e It required the president to listen to the Joint Chiefs.

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Abril Maddox

31 March, 17:34

What did the War Powers Resolution of 1973 do?

a It slowed the growing power of the legislative branch.

b It promoted the powers of the executive branch.

c It limited the president's power to start wars.

d It forced the legislative branch to fund wars properly.

e It required the president to listen to the Joint Chiefs.

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Dallas Hurley · Answer 1

The War Powers Resolution of 1973 was meant to limit executive freedom in sending troops into conflict overseas. It therefore " limited the president’s power to start wars."