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Q: Which principle divides the functions of government among three branches?
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The Constitution's system of separation of powers divides power?

The separation of powers divides power between the three branches of government with a system of checks and balances between them.


The principle that explains why states hold many powers in the American system of government?

Federalism is the principle that gives power to the state governments. The U.S. Constitution divides the powers between the states and the Federal government.


To whom does the US Constitution give sovereignty?

State legislatures, state constitutions, the US national government, and the President of the United States.


What principle divides power between the states and federal government?

federalisim


What are the Pinciples of democratic republic?

The Five Principles of Government found in the Constitution of the United States are---Popular Sovereignty; Checks and Balances; Federalism; Limited Power of the Government; Separation of Branches. Popular Sovereignty means the ultimate power rests with the people. Checks and Balances means that no one branch of the government can overpower the other branches of government. Each has a check on the power of the other branches. Federalism is the dividing and sharing of power between state and national governments. Limited power means that the government is restricted by the laws and the Constitution and it has to operate within the framework of the laws and Constitution. Separation of Branches divides the government into the Legislative, Executive, and Judicial Branch, each with its own powers and duties.