n your own words, what is the definition of checks and balances?

Answer in two short sentences (20 word limit). You will have a chance to explain in more detail later.


Example sentence frame:

Checks and Balances means ____.

(2 points)

3 answers

Checks and Balances means a system ensuring that no branch of government gains too much power, promoting accountability and fairness. Each branch can limit the other's actions.

shorter

Checks and Balances means a system that prevents any government branch from gaining excessive power by monitoring each other’s actions.