According to Article 131 of the Islamic Republic of Iran’s constitution, if a president dies in office, the ___ takes over, with the confirmation of the supreme leader.

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First Vice President. A is correct because Article 131 specifies the First Vice President takes over upon the death of the president. B is incorrect because the Speaker does not assume the presidency in this scenario. C is incorrect because the Army Chief does not automatically take over the presidency. D is incorrect because immediate succession by a specific official is mandated before new elections can be held.