Question

Before 1974, Texas governors were elected to two-year terms. After 1974, governors were elected to four-year terms. Study the table and answer the following questions. image Click to view larger image. Which of the following statements about time in office is most accurate? a. Before the law was changed in 1974, most governors of Texas served a single four-year term. b. Before the law was changed in 1974, most governors of Texas served two two-year terms. c. Before the law was changed in 1974, governors of Texas were limited by law to two two-year terms. d. After the law was changed in 1974, most governors of Texas served multiple terms.

Answer 1

B Two two year terms

Answer 2

As the excerpt explains, up to 1974, Texas governos were elected to lead the state for a two-year term. After changing the law in 1974, terms last for four years. Therefore, the statement about time in office in Texas that is most accurate is B. Before the law was changed in 1974, most governors of Texas served two two-year terms.