The Texas Constitution Quick Check

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Question
Which statement best explains the importance of checks and balances?(1 point)
Responses

Checks and balances allow citizens to run for office to prevent abuse of power.
Checks and balances allow citizens to run for office to prevent abuse of power.

Checks and balances prevent one branch of government from gaining too much power.
Checks and balances prevent one branch of government from gaining too much power.

Checks and balances prevent the police from searching people without a warrant.
Checks and balances prevent the police from searching people without a warrant.

Checks and balances ensure that citizens are able to elect representatives to government.

Answer 1

Checks and balances prevent one branch of government from gaining too much power.