Question

Which of the following is an example of checks and balances in action?

A) A member of Congress is removed from office because of a crime he committed.
B) The president replaces the head of an executive department.
C) The Supreme Court overturns a law because it is unconstitutional.
D) The Senate and House of Representatives disagree on the wording in a bill.

Answer 1

the senate and house of representatives

Answer 2

C

Checks and balances regulate the actions of each branch of the government, ensuring that nobody does anything immoral or unconstitutional. When the legislative branch passes a bill, the Supreme Court can overturn it if they deem it unconstitutional. This is a way for the
Judicial branch to regulate the actions of the legislative branch.