What Is the Primary Function of a System of Checks

question 8

Multiple Choice

What is the primary function of a system of checks and balances within the federal government?

• A) to hold Congress accountable to their constituents who voted them in
• B) to ensure that no one branch of government can grow too powerful
• C) to alleviate the stress of governing at the federal level of government
• D) to ensure that the states retain some of their powers

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