In which of the following situations would the governor's informal powers be more important than the governor's formal powers?
A) A vacancy opens in a major administrative position midyear.
B) A law is passed with which the governor disagrees.
C) The budget approved by the legislature includes funding for a particular program the governor finds objectionable.
D) A natural disaster strikes,and the National Guard must be mobilized.
E) Two weeks into the session,the legislature has not yet passed a bill the governor considers important.

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In situations where persuasion, negotiation, and leadership are required to influence the legislative process, such as when a bill the governor considers important has not yet been passed by the legislature, the governor's informal powers (like persuasion and negotiation) are more crucial than formal powers (like vetoing or calling special sessions). These informal powers help the governor guide the legislative agenda and work with lawmakers to ensure priority bills are passed.

In Which of the Following Situations Would the Governor's Informal