Question

What is the purpose of checks and balances in the government?

Answer 1

Answer:

B

Explanation:

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Answer 2

Answer:

B. To keep one branch of government from becoming too powerful

Explanation:

The checks and balances are between the three branches of the federal government, the executive, legislative, and judicial. To prevent one group from becoming anywhere close to a dictatorship, the other branches can veto, declare unconstitutionality, override decisions, etc.

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