Question

question 5 (5 points) controls given to one branch of government to limit the power of another branch are known as a) basic rights. b) popular sovereignty. c) checks and balances. d) appellate jurisdiction. question 6 (5 points)

Explanation:

Checks and balances are a fundamental principle in government where each branch has the ability to limit the powers of the other branches to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful. Basic rights are individual - centered, popular sovereignty refers to the power of the people, and appellate jurisdiction pertains to the power of a court to review lower - court decisions.

Answer:

C. checks and balances