Civics question 15 of 128
There are three branches of government. Why?
3 accepted answers
- So one part does not become too powerful
- Checks and balances
- Separation of powers
You only need to give one of these. The officer accepts any of them.
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Where this question sits
It is part of Principles of American Government, inside the American Government section of the test.
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