Question

Checks and balances is a constitutionally mandated structure that ______

A. Gives each state a degree of oversight of each other
B. Gives the states oversight and control over the national government
C. Gives each state oversight and control over local governments
D. Gives each of the three branches of federal government some degree of oversight and control over the actions of others

Answer 1

D. You can read the federalist papers if you want a more detailed response.