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What is the difference between checks and balances and separation of powers

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Separation of powers is the separation of branches under the constitution by the legislative, judicial, and executive branches of government. The checks and balances play the roles of the three branches of government. This system was created so that no one branch will overpower the other.

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Checks and balances plays a role of the three branches of government. The Separation of powers separates the branches.
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