The framers' most significant modification of the traditional doctrine of the separation of powers was to
A. define legislative power precisely, while defining executive and judicial power only in general terms.
B. grant the power of judicial review to the judiciary.
C. include federalism.
D. ensure that the powers of the separate branches overlap, so that each could better act as a check on the others.
E. include a two-chamber legislature.
Answer: D
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