Question

lesson 3: european and latin american revolutions (1790 - 1850)
european turbulence
which of the following best describes separation of powers?
a. government power is split between a president and congress.
b. the president can veto, or overrule, the vote of congress.
c. voters elect government officials.
d. power is shared among the major branches of government.
check answer

Explanation:

The separation of powers is a principle that divides government power among its major branches (legislative, executive, judicial) to prevent any one branch from having too much power. Option d correctly describes this concept. Option a is too narrow as it only mentions president and Congress. Option b is about checks - and - balances, not separation of powers. Option c is about the electoral process, not power separation.

Answer:

d. Power is shared among the major branches of government.