Question 15 of 128

There are three branches of government. Why?

Q: There are three branches of government. Why?

So one part does not become too powerful · Checks and balances · Separation of powers — Topic: American Government — Principles of American Government. USCIS accepts any one of the answers listed below.

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So one part does not become too powerful
Checks and balances
Separation of powers

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Topic: American Government — Principles of American Government.

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