The four most important presidential cabinet members are generally known as the secretary of the treasury, concerned with money and financial policy, the secretary of defense, who heads the department of defense, the attorney general, considered the top lawyer for the u. s. government, and the secretary of state, who takes the lead on which of the following? select one: a. children's and family issues b. foreign affairs c. record-keeping d. domestic trade policy

The correct answer is B. Foreign Affairs.

This position is critical to the presidency, as the US has relations with countries throughout the world. The Secretary of State helps to advise the president on the actions he should take regarding foreign affairs. These issues/topics include: possible treaties/agreements between the US and another country, appointing of representatives of the US in other countries, and the United State's representation in international organizations.