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__________ is the idea of dividing power among the three branches of government to constrain the possible abuse of power.

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Separation of powers

Step-by-step explanation:

The three branches are executive, legislative, and judicial. No other explanation is really needed, but I'll give an example: the US government, with the president/vice president/cabinet, Congress, and the Supreme Court/other federal courts.

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