Which of the following is an example of the principle of checks and balances?

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Members of Congress have the power to raise their own salaries.
Members of Congress have the power to raise their own salaries.

Federal courts have the power to hear cases involving federal law.
Federal courts have the power to hear cases involving federal law.

Presidents can appoint officers of the armed forces.
Presidents can appoint officers of the armed forces.

Presidents can veto an act of Congress.

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The example of the principle of checks and balances from the options provided is:

Presidents can veto an act of Congress.

This illustrates checks and balances because it shows how the executive branch (the President) can limit the power of the legislative branch (Congress) by rejecting legislation.