The Framers Developed Four Constitutional Principles That Prevent the Threat

question 59

Essay

The framers developed four constitutional principles that prevent the threat of excessive democracy: bicameralism, checks and balances, staggered terms of office, and indirect election. Describe these principles and how they prevent the federal government from directly reflecting the will of the people.

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Definitions:

Fair Value

An estimate of the price at which an asset or liability would be traded in a fair transaction between willing and knowledgeable participants.