United StatesQuestion 40 (2025 list) · System of government
If the president can no longer serve, who becomes president?
- aThe Speaker of the House
- bThe Chief Justice
- cThe Secretary of State
- dThe Vice PresidentCorrect answer
Why?
If the President dies, resigns, or can no longer serve, the Vice President becomes President. The Speaker of the House is next in line only after the Vice President.
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