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Question 42

Who is Commander in Chief of the U.S. military?

  1. Congress
  2. The President (of the United States)Correct answer
  3. The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
  4. The Secretary of Defense

Official answer

The President (of the United States)

Explanation

Under the Constitution, the president is Commander in Chief of the armed forces. Civilian presidential control places the military under an elected national leader.

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Question 42: Who is Commander in Chief of the U.S. military? · U.S. Civics Test 2025 · Questena