Question

When the President nominates an individual to serve as Secretary of State, the Senate must confirm the appointment. Which constitutional principle does this illustrate?
A. Limited government
B. Popular sovereignty
C. Separation of powers
D. Checks and balances

Answer 1

The answer is definitely D

Answer 2

Answer:

It was indeed D) Checks and Balances

Explanation:

The excerpt best illustrates the concept of checks and balances. The Constitution helps prevent one branch of government from becoming too powerful.