Which of the following is an accurate conclusion based on the data illustrated in the bar chart? Presidents are able to use the power of the bully pulpit to pressure Congress to address their priorities. Presidents are able to use the power of the bully pulpit to pressure Congress to address their priorities. A The president’s advisers are more concerned about an economic recession than are members of Congress. The president’s advisers are more concerned about an economic recession than are members of Congress. B Despite the increased power of the president, the budget authority is still a major feature of congressional power. Despite the increased power of the president, the budget authority is still a major feature of congressional power. C Presidential efforts to increase spending will result in increased authorizations without any action from members of Congress.

I searched but couldn't get the bar chart provided in the question but I believe I can still help. Looking critically at the answers provided, the correct answer should be option B.

It should be noted that the budget process allows the Congress to be able to check the power of the executive branch of which the president is part of.

Therefore, the correct answer will be that "Despite the increased power of the president, the budget authority is still a major feature of congressional power".