The U.S. Congress passes a bill to build a new railroad. The president vetoes, or rejects, the bill. It never becomes a law.

Question

A. Federalism

B. Seperartion of powers

C. Checks and balances

D. Representative democracy

Answer 1

The correct answer is C. Checks and balances.

This concept refers to the system in which different branches of government can limit each other's powers, ensuring that no single branch becomes too powerful. In this case, the president's veto acts as a check on the legislative power of Congress.