Checks and Balances in the Constitution Refer to

question 84

Multiple Choice

Checks and balances in the Constitution refer to

• A) the idea that republican virtues are best nurtured in small states.
• B) the idea that true republicanism can only occur in large states.
• C) the principle that government power shall be divided and that the fragments should balance or check one another to prevent tyranny.
• D) distinct spheres of responsibility for the three branches of the national government.
• E) the system of federalism that divides powers between the states and national government.

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Definitions:

Sociosexuality

An individual's preferences, behaviors, and attitudes towards sexual relationships and activities outside of committed relationships.

Mate Value

An individual's attractiveness as a partner in a mate-selection context, often based on qualities such as physical attractiveness, social status, and personal resources.

Mate Selection

The process by which individuals choose their partners or mates, based on various factors including physical attractiveness, personality, and social status.

Mating Strategies

How individuals handle heterosexual relationships.