American Government CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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What is the term for the formal approval of a proposed law by the President in the United States?

Ratification.
Judicial review.
Veto.
Signing into law.

The correct answer is: Signing into law.

The term for formal approval of a proposed law by the President of the United States is "signing into law." "Ratification" typically refers to the approval of proposed constitutional amendments by state legislatures. "Judicial review" is the power of the Supreme Court to declare a law or act unconstitutional. "Veto" is the power of the President to reject a proposed law passed by Congress. Therefore, "signing into law" is the most appropriate term for this specific action by the President.