What are the fundamental principles of the U.S. Constitution? (Check all that apply.)

Question

Multiple select question.

The Constitution puts a higher priority on the public good than on the rights of individuals.

The national government's power is divided among the president and the Congress.

The three branches of government work together to support each other.

To place limits on the federal government's power, state governments can vote to nullify federal laws.

The national government's power is divided among three branches.

The government is limited.

Power is shared between the national government and the states.

The Constitution protects individual rights and balances them with the public good.

Answer 1

The fundamental principles of the U.S. Constitution include the following:

1. The national government's power is divided among three branches.
2. The government is limited.
3. Power is shared between the national government and the states.
4. The Constitution protects individual rights and balances them with the public good.

The other statements either misrepresent constitutional principles or are not foundational to the U.S. Constitution.