Which statement best describes the framework of

government established by the Constitution?
The three branches of government defer the majority
of power to the states.
A system of checks and balances keeps each of the
three branches from having too much power.
The Separation of Powers calls for the House and
Senate to be equally divided.
The president is elected by a direct vote of the people.

1 answer

The statement that best describes the framework of government established by the Constitution is:

"A system of checks and balances keeps each of the three branches from having too much power."

This system is designed to ensure that no single branch of government (executive, legislative, or judicial) can dominate the others, maintaining a balance of power and preventing abuse.