The Underlying Concept of the Principle of Separation of Powers

question 45

Multiple Choice

The underlying concept of the principle of separation of powers is that ___________________.

• A) all three branches of government are equally powerful
• B) when legislative, judicial, and executive power are not exercised by the same institution, power cannot be so easily abused
• C) the people are responsible to elect the representatives in all three branches of government, including the judicial branch
• D) one branch has a veto power over the other branches
• E) the people's power to elect representatives is separate and different from that of the branches of the government

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Definitions:

Social Relationships

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Sense of Consistency

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Social Contacts

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Elders' Psychological Functioning

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