The fact that the Senate alone is entrusted with confirming presidential appointments and ratifying treaties, while the House of Representatives takes precedence in money matters, is an example of

a. checks and balances.
b. laissez-faire politics.
c. senatorial privilege.
d. fiduciary duty.
e. fiscal responsibility.

Answer: a. checks and balances.

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