Question 15 of 128 · System of government
There are three branches of government. Why?
Accepted answers
- So one part does not become too powerful
- Checks and balances
- Separation of powers
Any one of these counts as correct — you do not have to give them all.
Why that is the answer
Checks and balances and separation of powers prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful by giving each branch limits and oversight.
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