Bicameralism and Checks on Power
Which of the following best describes the intended effect of Congress’s bicameral structure on the other branches of government, as envisioned by the framers?
A
It was meant solely to provide commentary without any real power in governance.
B
It was meant to exert oversight and counterbalance potential abuses by the other branches of government.
C
It was designed to grant the executive branch dominant control over legislative processes.
D
It was intended to operate independently of both the executive and judicial branches without interaction.
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