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:

Contraceptives

Methods or devices used to prevent pregnancy, contributing to family planning and control of population growth.

Apathetic Leadership

A leadership style characterized by a lack of interest in or concern for the well-being of followers, the organization, or societal issues.

Family Planning

The practice of controlling the number of children in a family and the intervals between their births, particularly by means of contraception or voluntary sterilization.