It would seem that a Nasi is not expected to express his opinion on every issue, nor does his position determine the final Halachah in every issue.

The Gemara does not say that all the doubts were resolved because Rebbi Elazar ben Azaryah in his wisdom, dispelled them all, but because of the numerous benches that were added, which meant more Talmidei Chachamim were available to iron out all the issues that were unclear.

Kol Tuv,

R. Eliezer Chrysler

(Please accept our apologies for the delay in getting back to you on this. Due to the pressures of organizing our Grand Siyum and Pesach vacation, the Kollel fell behind in keeping up with our email questions. We are now back on track, and you should receive prompt answers to any future questions, G-d willing.)