It means that the governmental power of the United States is divided, or "Separated", into 3 branches- the Executive (the president), Legislative (the congress), and Judicial (the Supreme Court). The separation of powers was to ensure that no one branch of the government became too dominant. (Note that "Separation of Powers" does not only apply to the United States; some other democracies have similar ways of making sure there are checks and balances on the power of the country's leaders.)
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The separation of powers means that no one branch of the government holds all the power. Each branch has its own duties and powers, thus providing a system of checks and balances that prevent any one branch from getting out of control.
Principle by which the powers of government are divided among separate branches.
The power of the government is broken down into three branches so the power is equally share.
Separation Of Powers
under the articles there was only a unicomeral legislature so that there was no seperation of powers.
I learned in 5th grade that: Executive Branch-Like The President Judicial Branch-This is where they make the laws AND Legislature Branch- The House of Representitives and the Senate! ~Hope this helps you!
the division of powers among the different branches of the government
The six values and principles of United States Democracy are: - Government is limited, using methods such as Checks and Balances, Seperation of powers - People have the right to change or do away with or form a new government - People consent to what is takes place in the government - Each individual has certain rights and freedoms - Majority makes decisions but has to protect minority - Everyone is equal under the law