What Was the Principle of Separation of Powers Designed to Do

question 103

Multiple Choice

What was the principle of separation of powers designed to do?

• A) make sure the president adheres to party discipline
• B) minimize the possibility of arbitrary government
• C) stop Congress from interfering with budgetary matters
• D) ensure the president's freedom to appoint Supreme Court judges

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Public Sector Accounting Board

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Tax Revenue

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Tax Concessions

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