In the executive branch, the title of department is reserved for

Aagencies of Cabinet rank.
Bindependent agencies.
Cagencies of the judicial branch.
Dagencies of congressional rank.

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In the executive branch of the United States, the title of department is reserved for "b. independent agencies," since these agencies often act with a great deal of independence from the President and his staff. 

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A

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