What is the purpose of the separation of powers? (1 point)
to keep ordinary citizens involved in politics
to ensure that every president is supported by the majority of people and the majority of states
to distribute work between state and federal levels of government
to prevent any branch from dominating the government
Which one is right
The correct answer is:
to prevent any branch from dominating the government
The separation of powers is a foundational principle used to ensure that no single branch of government—executive, legislative, or judicial—can dominate or usurp power, thereby maintaining a balance and preventing tyranny or abuse of power.