Of the following, which best describes the framework for the constitution? select all that apply(1 point)

Question

Responses

The separation of powers ensures not one branch has too much power
The separation of powers ensures not one branch has too much power

A system of checks and balances is designed to prevent abuse of power
A system of checks and balances is designed to prevent abuse of power

The four branches equally share one quarter of the power
The four branches equally share one quarter of the power

Powers not mentioned in the Constitution are assumed to belong to the federal government

Answer 1

The best descriptions of the framework for the Constitution from the options provided are:

1. The separation of powers ensures not one branch has too much power.

2. A system of checks and balances is designed to prevent abuse of power.

The third option ("The four branches equally share one quarter of the power") is incorrect, as there are three branches of government (executive, legislative, and judicial).

The fourth option ("Powers not mentioned in the Constitution are assumed to belong to the federal government") is also misleading. The correct principle is that powers not specifically granted to the federal government by the Constitution are reserved for the states or the people, as stated in the Tenth Amendment.

So, the correct responses are the first and second options.