Federalist No 51 and Checks and Balances
Which of the following best explains the necessity of a system of checks and balances, according to Federalist No. 51?
A
It ensures that the ambitions of individual branches can be limited by the competing interests of others, preserving liberty.
B
It allows for rapid decision-making by centralizing power in a single dominant branch.
C
It creates a clear hierarchy where the executive holds ultimate authority over the judiciary and legislature.
D
It legitimizes unilateral decisions by the legislature, as long as they are promptly reviewed by the other branches.
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