of the following, which best describes the framework for the constitution? select all that apply.

Question

powers not mentioned in the constitution are assumed to belong to the federal governement
the separation of powers ensures that no one branch has too much power
a system of checks and balances is designed to prevent abuse of power.

Answer 1

The following statements best describe the framework for the Constitution:

1. The separation of powers ensures that no one branch has too much power.
2. A system of checks and balances is designed to prevent abuse of power.

The first statement, "powers not mentioned in the constitution are assumed to belong to the federal government," is not entirely accurate concerning the distribution of powers. In the framework of the U.S. Constitution, powers not specifically granted to the federal government are typically reserved for the states or the people, as outlined in the Tenth Amendment.