The phrase"checks and balances" refers to a system of government in which __________
A)power is shared equally among all the branches of government to prevent excessive democracy
B)the legislature exercises oversight over the court system to guard against the dangers of populism
C)specific powers are granted to each branch of government to guard against the encroachment of the others
D)the legislature retains the majority
C
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A) Most of the inner-city schools were predominantly black. B) Most of the inner-city schools were predominantly white. C) The inner-city and suburban schools became more balanced in white and black populations. D) The inner-city schools were closed down because of a lack of students. E) Most of the suburban schools were predominantly black.
What theory states that making the conscious choice not to vote is rational and logical?
A. voter fatigue thesis B. nonvoter rationalization thesis C. cumulative cost thesis D. rational choice theory E. rational actor thesis