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Practice question: Rules on Succession

Multiple Choice Medium Jurisprudence

Practice question

A majority of all Cabinet Members sends the required written declaration that the President is unable to discharge presidential powers and duties. The qualified Vice-President is available. What immediate constitutional role does the Vice-President assume?
  1. President for a new six-year term
  2. Permanent President regardless of recovery
  3. Chief Justice
  4. Acting President
  5. Senate President

Legal references

  • 1987 Constitution: https://elibrary.judiciary.gov.ph/thebookshelf/showdocs/3/353; Article VII, Section 11.

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