Which of the Following Statements Is Not True of the Separation

question 69

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is not true of the separation of powers within the three functional branches of government?

• A)Power is distributed among the three branches of government.
• B)Separate powers of the respective branches are exclusive and not shared.
• C)This governmental structure restrains the natural tendency to expand granted power.
• D)Each branch checks the other two.

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