Which of the Following Best Defines Separation of Powers

question 59

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best defines separation of powers?

• A) It is a constitutional doctrine that distributes power among the three branches of the government.
• B) It is a constitutional doctrine that permits federal laws to stand if they do not conflict with a state law.
• C) It is a constitutional doctrine mandating that a federal court in diversity jurisdiction must apply federal law.
• D) It is a constitutional doctrine that gives the secretary of defense the power to execute the laws.

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Definitions:

Demand Curve

The Demand Curve is a graphical representation showing the relationship between the quantity of a good consumers are willing to buy and its price, typically downward-sloping.

Quantity Demanded

Refers to the total amount of a good or service that consumers are willing and able to purchase at a particular price level in a given time period.

Dollars per Unit

A measure of cost or value expressed in terms of the amount of dollars per individual unit of a good or service.

Competitive Market

A market structure characterized by a large number of buyers and sellers, where no single participant can significantly influence prices.