d. Power is not concentrated in one branch of government 27.In 1983 concerns increased that 600 American medical students would be taken hostage on the island of Grenada. In response President Ronald Reagan ordered an invasion with a force of 7600 to take control of the island. This is an example of the president's role as the a. Chief Diplomat c. Chief Executive b. Chief Legislator d. Commander-in-Chief

## Step 1<br />The problem presents a scenario where President Ronald Reagan ordered an invasion of Grenada in response to concerns about American medical students being taken hostage. The question asks us to identify the role of the president in this situation.<br /><br />## Step 2<br />The options provided are:<br />a. Chief Diplomat<br />b. Chief Legislator<br />c. Chief Executive<br />d. Commander-in-Chief<br /><br />## Step 3<br />The role of the president in this situation is that of the Commander-in-Chief. This role is defined by the U.S. Constitution and refers to the president's authority over the military. In this case, President Reagan is using this role to order an invasion of Grenada, which is a military action.