Which of the following is an example of checks and balances? Select all that apply.(2 points)

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The executive branch can declare war.
The executive branch can declare war.

The judicial branch can rule a new law unconstitutional.
The judicial branch can rule a new law unconstitutional.

The legislative branch can override a veto.
The legislative branch can override a veto.

The judicial branch can veto presidential pardons.
The judicial branch can veto presidential pardons.

The executive branch can impeach a Supreme Court Justice.
The executive branch can impeach a Supreme Court Justice.

Answer 1

The correct examples of checks and balances from the options provided are:

1. The judicial branch can rule a new law unconstitutional.
2. The legislative branch can override a veto.

The other options either misstate the powers of the branches or are incorrect. For instance, the executive branch cannot declare war; that power is primarily held by Congress. Also, the judicial branch does not have the power to veto presidential pardons. The executive branch cannot impeach a Supreme Court Justice; rather, it is the legislative branch (specifically, the House of Representatives) that has the power to impeach.