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Which branch of government do MLAs, MNAs, MPPs, and MHAs represent?

  1. Federal

  2. Provincial/Territorial

  3. Municipal

  4. Judicial

The correct answer is: Provincial/Territorial

MLAs, MNAs, MPPs, and MHAs refer to elected officials of legislative bodies in Canadian provinces and territories, and they are known as Members of Provincial/Territorial Legislatures. These individuals represent the interests of citizens at the provincial/territorial level, making option B the correct answer. Option A is incorrect because the federal level of government is represented by Members of Parliament (MPs). Option C is incorrect because municipal governments are represented by mayors and city councillors. Option D is incorrect because judicial branch refers to courts and judges, not elected officials such as MLAs, MNAs, MPPs, and MHAs.