Question

What is one example of the use of checks and balances on the legislative branch's powers?

A. the president creating a law
B. the division of powers between the state and federal branches of government
C. congress holding the power to establish post offices
D. the Supreme Court ruling whether a law is constitutional

Answer 1

Answer:

D, the supreme court can overturn a law originating in the legislative branch deeming it unconstitutional with proper litigation procedures

Answer 2

Answer:

The Correct Answer is D

Explanation:

• The Framers of the Constitution did much more than just separating the powers and branches.
• They framed the system that dividing and merge the powers of the government so that each branch serve as the check and balance on other branches.
• Checks and balance is the system that balances who has the power in a government so that no branch is below the belt than others.