United StatesQuestion 15 (2025 list) · Principles of American government
There are three branches of government. Why?
- aSo one part does not become too powerfulCorrect answer
- bSo the President has the final word
- cSo laws can be passed more quickly
- dSo the states can ignore federal laws
Why?
Power is split among three branches so that no one part becomes too powerful. Each branch can check the others; you could also say “checks and balances” or “separation of powers.”
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