Which statement best explains the importance of checks and balances?(1 point)

Checks and balances prevent the police from searching people
without a warrant.
Checks and balances ensure that citizens are able to elect
representatives to government.
Checks and balances allow citizens to run for office to prevent abuse
of power.
Checks and balances prevent one branch of government from gaining
too much power

Checks and balances prevent one branch of government from gaining too much power.