Question

The citizens of France, Belgium, and Finland are upset by a recent tradelaw enacted in the European Union which they feel negatively impacts theirrespective economies. In order to resolve their concerns, they would turnto____________.
a. The European Councilb. The European Commissionc. The European Parliament

Answer 1

Answer:

c. The European Parliament

Explanation:

The European Council is a collective body that defines the European Union's overall political direction and priorities.

The European Commission is the executive branch of the European Union, responsible for proposing legislation, implementing decisions, upholding the EU treaties and managing the day-to-day business of the EU.

The European Parliament (EP) is the legislative branch of the European Union.

Based on the defined roles of the different bodies of the EU, in order for France, Belgium and Finland to resolve their concerns which is a legal matter, their representatives will approach the legislative body of the EU to discuss their concerns with other EU members. This legislative body is the European Parliament.

Answer 2

Answer:

The correct answer is letter "C": European Parliament.

Explanation:

The European Parliament (EP) is the legislative branch of the European Union (EU) in charge of setting the laws ruling the EU. The EP works along the Council of Ministers which also helps the EP in establishing the EU's budget after a series of reviews and corrections.

Thus, if France, Belgium, and Finland ave complaints about a trade law imposed by the EU they should address their concerns to the EP.