Question

Which of the following quotes best relates to the idea of separation of powers? "The legitimate powers of government extend to such acts only as are injurious to others."-Thomas Jefferson "The natural progress of things is for liberty to yield and government to gain ground."-Thomas Jefferson "You have rights antecedent to all earthly governments; rights that cannot be repealed."-John Adams "The judicial power ought to be distinct from both the legislative and executive."-John Adams

Answer 1

The correct answer would be "The judicial power ought to be distinct from both the legislative and executive."-John Adams, because the seperation of powers is about dividing government into legislative, judicial, and executive branches, and that quote is talking about all of those branches of government being seperated.

Answer 2

Answer:

D

Explanation:

It would be "The judicial power ought to be distinct from both the legislative and executive."—John Adams, This has been confirmed by my test because it got a 100% with this answer.