Question

12 the president vetoing a controversial immigration bill passed by both chambers of c
a the presidents role as commander in chief
b limited government as part of a system of checks and balances
c division of powers between the federal and state governments
d growth in presidential power as as they use an executive order

Explanation:

The president vetoing a bill passed by Congress is an example of the system of checks - and - balances in which different branches of government can limit each other's power. The legislative branch passes a bill, and the executive branch (the president) has the power to veto it, demonstrating the division of powers and checks - and - balances.

Answer:

C. Division of powers between the federal and state governments as part of a system of checks and balances