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Article 87 (prior to 1989 revisions): The Council of Ministers must obtain the Assembly’s vote of confidence after it is formed and introduced and before any undertakings. On important or disputable matters it can also request the Assembly’s vote of confidence. 12 12Article 88 (1979 Edition): In every case when a representative questions a minister in charge about any of his duties, that minister is obliged to go before the Assembly and answer the question. The response should not be delayed more than ten days, except with an excuse that the National Consultative Assembly considers legitimate. 19 that of the minister by more than ten days; except with a valid excuse so recognized by the Islamic Consultative Assembly.