The idea that there were three types of political power was first suggested by

A. Baron Montesquieu

B. John Locke

C. Jean Jacques Rousseau

D. George Washinton

I think the correct answer from the choices listed above is option A. The idea that there were three types of political power was first suggested by Baron Montesquieu. According to him, there were three types of government: a monarchy (ruled by a king or queen), a republic (ruled by an elected leader), and a despotism (ruled by a dictator). Hope this answers the question.