Which is the main job of the executive branch?

• A. To pass laws
• B. To interpret laws
• C. To enforce laws
• D. To create new taxes

Answer: (C)

The executive branch’s job is to enforce laws. After a law is written and approved, the President and the federal agencies carry it out, set up the administrative structure to implement it, and oversee people and programs to ensure the law is followed. The President leads this branch, directing agencies like the police, education, health, and revenue services to apply and enforce laws in daily government operations. This is what gives the government real effect—putting laws into action, making sure they’re implemented, and responding to national needs.

Passing laws is the realm of Congress, the legislative branch. Interpreting laws is the role of the courts, the judicial branch. Creating new taxes is primarily a legislative function, though the executive can implement tax policies and collection.