Legislative Check Over Executive

Very Easy Unit 2: Branches Of Government Checks And Balances

In the United States government, the principle of checks and balances is designed to prevent any one branch from dominating the others. Each branch has specific powers that can limit the actions of the other branches. Which of the following is an example of a check that the legislative branch has over the executive branch?

The President can veto legislation passed by Congress.

The Supreme Court can declare executive actions unconstitutional.

Congress can override a presidential veto.

The Vice President serves as the President of the Senate.

Hint

Submitted2.9K

Correct1.9K

% Correct68%