Question

Which action is an example of the use of checks and balances? (KLT3.b) A) Impeachment of President Bill Clinton B) Choosing a vice presidential running mate by a presidential candidate C) election of the Speaker of the House by the majority party D) starting negotiations for a treaty by President George

Answer 1

The correct answer is the letter a. Impeachment of President Bill Clinton

Step-by-step explanation:

Montesquieu, in the eighteenth century, suggested a formation of powers (legislative, judiciary and executive) that were independent, that is, the powers would be independent and have their own powers, however, each power would be supervised by the other powers, with the aim of avoiding abuse and excesses in administration. This feature is called brakes and counterweights. In this case, the president was impeached because of the legislative role of the legislature, that is, the legislature played the role of preventing the executive's abuse.