Question

Choose the statement from the following choices that best describes the separation of powers. A. Powers and duties of the United States government are chosen entirely by the President of the United States. B. Powers and duties of the United States government are divided among two branches of government. C. Powers and duties of the United States government are divided among three branches of government. D. Powers and duties of the United States government are decided by a system of direct democracy

Answer 1

The best answer choice would be C. Powers and duties of the United States government are divided among three branches of government.

The three branches of the government are executive, legislative, and judicial branch.

Executive: Carries out the laws

Legislative: Makes the laws

Judicial: Ensures the laws made are in accordance with the United States constitution.