Multiple Choice. Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the system of checks and balances? (1 point)

Question

• The Supreme Court appointing a new member of Congress
• Congress impeaching a Supreme Court Justice
• The President vetoing a bill passed by Congress
• The President declaring war without approval from Congress

Answer 1

The scenario that best illustrates the system of checks and balances is:

• The President vetoing a bill passed by Congress.

This scenario demonstrates how the executive branch (the President) has the power to check the legislative branch (Congress) by rejecting its proposed legislation.