Which of the following statements describes the relationship between the executive and legislative branches of a presidential go
vernment? The judicial branch has more power.
The legislative branch has more power.
The branches are separate but equal.
The executive branch has more power.
The United States government functions under the principle of checks and balances. This means that each branch of government has a power that keeps the other branches from becoming too controlling. The branches are separate but equal.
Assume that you would engage in all of the following activities. Then consider what else you could be doing with your time or money if you decided not to engage in those activities. Finally, choose your next best option to determine the opportunity cost for you for each activity. Be sure to fill in the last activity space within the activity of your choice.
