3. Congress recently voted on a law that would allow the retroactive principle of
increased taxation. The president vetoed the bill, but was eventually overruled by a
2/3 majority of Congress. In the end, the Supreme Court declared the bill
unconstitutional. Why is this an example of the separation of powers?
A) Because it shows the limitations on the federal government that prevent it from implementing
legislation without reaching into the authority of the states.
B) Because it is a clear example that there are three distinct branches of government, each with its own
distinct purpose and function.
C) Because it demonstrates that the checks and balances system allows the legislative and judiciary
branches to hold only the president accountable.
D) Because any time the president is overruled by Congress it is a clear example that the president is
stepping over his authority, making it the duty of Congress to overrule his veto.