The presidential system differs from the parliamentary system of government in that

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JAMB 2013

A. The principle of collective responsibility applies
B. Executive and legislative powers are fused
C. Powers of the three arms of government are merged
D. The tenure of office of the president is limited

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation

The salient distinction between the two classes of systems is that, in a presidential system, executive power is constitutionally vested in a single individual (i.e., the president) for a limited number of years, whereas, in a parliamentary system, executive power is vested in the legislature (i.e., parliament, which chooses a prime minister)

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