Question 6
Presidential and Parliamentary SystemsIn a parliamentary system of government, the head of government is usually
- A.the head of state
- B.selected from the upper chamber
- C.a graduate of a university
- D.the prime minister
- E.elected by the whole country
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (the prime minister)
Explanation
In a parliamentary system the Prime Minister heads the government, while a separate Head of State (monarch or president) is ceremonial.