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:

Compounded Annually

The process of adding interest to the principal sum of a loan or deposit once per year, resulting in an increase in the amount of interest earned over time.

Discount Rate

The interest rate used to determine the present value of future cash flows.

Promissory Notes

Written promises to pay a specified sum of money to a specified person at a specified time.

Compounded Monthly

Interest calculation method where interest is added to the principal balance monthly, affecting future interest computations.