The following statements apply to the design of the U.S. constitutional government:
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The three branches of government can check and balance each other. - This is a fundamental principle of the U.S. Constitution, known as checks and balances.
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Powers not given to the federal government are reserved to the states. - This is stated in the Tenth Amendment of the Constitution.
The other statements do not accurately reflect the design of the U.S. constitutional government:
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The judicial system is controlled by the legislature. - This is incorrect; the judicial system is independent from the legislature.
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Each citizen is given equal representation in each branch of government. - This is incorrect; representation varies, particularly in Congress where representation is based on population in the House and equal representation in the Senate.
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State governments, not the federal government, determine the rights of citizens. - Certain rights are protected by the federal Constitution, and federal law can supersede state law.
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The federal government needs the approval of states in order to join international organizations. - This is also incorrect; the federal government has the authority to engage in foreign affairs and join international organizations without needing state approval.
Therefore, the correct responses are:
- The three branches of government can check and balance each other.
- Powers not given to the federal government are reserved to the states.