The Constitution's creation of a national government with separation of powers

prevents the national government from being controlled by one branch.

eliminates overlapping or repetitive government powers among the branches.

reduces government powers among all branches and gives them to the states.

replaces stronger branch powers with weaker powers and grants more power

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29 April, 10:28

The Constitution's creation of a national government with separation of powers

prevents the national government from being controlled by one branch.

eliminates overlapping or repetitive government powers among the branches.

reduces government powers among all branches and gives them to the states.

replaces stronger branch powers with weaker powers and grants more power

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Brylee Crosby · Answer 1

A is the correct answer.

The purpose of separation of power is to keep power from being concentrated in one branch of powers.

So, instead, the Constitution divides powers up and makes the branches dependent on each other and responsible to each other with a system of checks and balances.