American Government CLEP Prep Practice Exam

Which branch of government has the power to levy taxes in the United States?

1. Executive branch.

2. Legislative branch.

3. Judicial branch.

4. State governments.

The correct answer is: Legislative branch.

The legislative branch, which is made up of the Senate and the House of Representatives, has the power to levy taxes in the United States. This power is granted by the Constitution and allows the government to collect taxes to fund programs and services for the country. The executive branch, which includes the President, does not have the power to levy taxes, but they do have the authority to recommend and propose changes to the tax code. The judicial branch interprets laws and does not have the power to levy taxes. While state governments do have the power to collect taxes, the question specifically asks about the branch of government at the federal level. Therefore, state governments are not the correct answer.