Question 28
POST_UTME_LASU
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2018
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GOVERNMENT
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objective
The concept of checks and balances in a government is designed to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful. Explain how the system of checks and balances works in a presidential system.
Answer Options
Correct Answer
A.
The system of checks and balances in a presidential system works by giving the legislative branch the power to impeach the president and the judicial branch the power to declare laws unconstitutional.
B.
The system of checks and balances in a presidential system works by giving the executive branch the power to veto laws passed by the legislative branch and the judicial branch the power to declare laws unconstitutional.
C.
The system of checks and balances in a presidential system works by giving the legislative branch the power to declare the president's actions unconstitutional and the judicial branch the power to impeach the president.
D.
The system of checks and balances in a presidential system works by giving the executive branch the power to declare laws passed by the legislative branch unconstitutional and the judicial branch the power to impeach the president.
Correct Answer
A
Correct Option:
The system of checks and balances in a presidential system works by giving the legislative branch the power to impeach the president and the judicial branch the power to declare laws unconstitutional.
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