Separation of Powers

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Distributing political power among the branches of government, giving each branch specific responsibilities

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separation of powers

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Powers shared by both Federal and State Governments

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concurrent powers

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What number of votes is needed in both houses to propose an amendment?

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2/3 the vote

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How many states are needed to ratify an amendment?

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3/4

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Responsible for carrying out laws

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executive

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Can override a veto? Options: legislative, executive, judicial

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legislative

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Makes laws

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legislative

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Powers belonging to the Federal Government

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delegated powers

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Declare act of Congress unconstitutional

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judicial

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Appoints federal judges

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executive