Question

When considering a bill, a Congressional subcommittee may choose to hold a public hearing. What is the purpose of the public hearing?

A.) To ask members for a pigeonhole
B.) To hear the president's opinion
C.) To allow citizens to voice their opinion
D.) To determine if a rider should be attached

Answer 1

Answer:

C) to allow citizens to voice their opinion

Explanation:

Answer 2

The purpose of a public hearing is to allow citizens to voice their opinion. While the opinions are not binding, they are part of the fundamental democratic right to free speech.