Which of the following is the best example of the principle of checks and balances?
(1 point)
Responses
A. Congress passes a new law on immigration.
Congress passes a new law on immigration.
B. Courts uphold the conviction of a person who failed to pay income tax.
Courts uphold the conviction of a person who failed to pay income tax.
C. Courts release a person charged with violating a law that is considered unconstitutional.
Courts release a person charged with violating a law that is considered unconstitutional.
D. The president negotiates a treaty with Spain.
The best example of the principle of checks and balances is:
C. Courts release a person charged with violating a law that is considered unconstitutional.