Question 5 of 14 • 25-26 FL-2106320-United States Government Honors
Read the excerpt from the Centinel.This hypothesis [separation of powers] supposes human wisdom competent [capable] to the task of instituting three co-equal orders in government…If such an organization of power were practicable [able to be used], how long would it continue? Not a day.—Centinel
Answer
A
People could not create a fair system with three separate powers.
B
A three-branch system could last not just one day, but many years.
C
Wise humans could make three equal powers in government.
D
It would be foolish to have fewer than three branches of government.