______ refers to the checks and balances that our Constitution sets up among the three branches of government.

A. Federalism
B. Separation of powers
C. Policy capacity
D. Cooperative federalism


B. Separation of powers

Political Science

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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b. quasi-nongovernmental organizations that take responsibility for specific functions and combine government and private sector expertise. c. private enterprises that have taken control over traditionally public-owned entities like the mail service. d. international companies headquartered in another country. e. government initiatives to expand private investment in capital projects, like the building of schools and hospitals.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Identify the two major rules of lobbyists

What will be an ideal response?

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