Which three positions are considered Cabinet-level positions?

Cabinet-level positions are the heads of the major departments of the executive branch of the government, serving directly under the President. These positions are significant because they advise the President on various matters related to their specific departments and help implement federal policies.

The correct answer includes the Secretary of Defense, Secretary of State, and Attorney General, all of whom are prominent members of the President's Cabinet. The Secretary of Defense oversees the Department of Defense and is responsible for military policy and national security. The Secretary of State manages foreign affairs and represents the U.S. to other countries. The Attorney General serves as the head of the Department of Justice, enforcing laws and ensuring the fair administration of justice.

Other choices may contain important roles, but they either include positions that are not Cabinet-level or feature lesser-known positions that do not carry the same weight and authority within the federal government structure. For instance, while the roles listed in some options are important, they do not collectively reflect the core Cabinet structure that is directly tied to the President's closest advisers on key national matters.