The Separation of Powers Established by the Framers of the Constitution

question 22

Multiple Choice

The separation of powers established by the framers of the Constitution constrained majority rule by ______.

• A) staggering legislative elections
• B) creating an unelected judiciary
• C) limiting national authority
• D) all of these

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Definitions:

Sarbanes-Oxley Act

A federal law established in 2002 aimed at improving corporate governance and accountability, in response to financial scandals.

Securities Fraud

A type of serious financial fraud involving the manipulation of the securities markets, such as insider trading or misleading statements by companies.

Corporate Fraud

Illegal activities undertaken by an individual or company in a deceitful manner, aimed at financial gain.