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:

Chief Complaint

The primary symptom or health issue that leads a patient to seek medical attention, as stated by the patient.

Provider

an entity or individual that supplies services or goods to consumers.

Practice Manager

An individual responsible for overseeing the business operations of a medical or dental practice, ensuring its efficient functioning.

Subjective

(1) When referring to charting, information is supplied by the patient and includes routine information about the patient, past personal and medical history, family history, and chief complaint; (2) Relating to the person who is thinking, saying, or doing something; personal; of a disease symptom, felt by the individual but not perceptible to others.