What is the purpose of checks and balances? (1 point)

• Create choice in elections
• Create a limited government
© Create three branches of government
• Create the judiciary

The purpose of checks and balances is to create a limited government and prevent any one branch of government from becoming too powerful. Additionally, it ensures that each branch has the ability to check and restrain the powers of the other branches, promoting accountability and avoiding the concentration of power in one branch.