How are the principles of separation of powers and checks and balances similar?

A. They both directly concern how citizens exercise Republicanism.
B. They both are always at the state of Texas protects, individual liberties and privileges.
C. They both show the division and sharing of power between national and state governments.
D. They both address the power and responsibilities of different branches of government.

D. They both address the power and responsibilities of different branches of government.