The separation of pwers and the check and balances established by the Constitution____.?

Question

A. allow almost all groups some place in the political system where their demands for public policy can be heard
B. have acted to discourage the growth of groups in American society
C have made the united states one of the most democratic countries in the world
D. create so many obstacles that groups have no place for their policy demands to be heard
E. are basically undemocratic since only elites can formulate policies within the system

Answer 1

B and D are so similar as to cancel each other out. I don't think that they are true anyway.



C and E are essentially the opposites of each other. I wouldn't be completely surprised if a teacher (this is a homework/test problem, right) considered C the correct answer. But I wouldn't agree. Democracy is simply deciding policy by majority rule. I don't think that you need Constitutional protections to have populist votes.



This leaves A. I would give this answer if none others were available. I do think that ensuring that no single government branch has complete power allows groups to lobby different branches and be heard.



If I were able to write in my own answer, I would write "were intended to limit the size and scope of the federal government but have demonstrably failed."

Answer 2

At this point in time I believe E. is the most accurate answer, however it is a far cry from what the framers of the Constitution envisioned and intended. The 2 principles you speak of were well intended and necessary for a vibrant and balanced government.

Answer 3

originaly a)this was the true vision of the founding fathers,in the early years the united states fought against federalism

but unfortunitly has become e)money has corrupted our republic so that only those with money have any real power of influence

Answer 4

Ooooh, that's a tough question.



I think C. is the best answer.

Answer 5

Why are you looking for other people to do your homework for you? Look it up yourself, you are not learning anything by posting your homework questions here.

Answer 6

it's A. im about 99% sure