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What is the purpose of the separation of powers?
What is the purpose of the separation of powers?
- To allow the legislative branch to have absolute power
- To prevent concentration of power in one branch and provide checks and balances (correct)
- To ensure the dominance of the judicial branch over the other branches
- To limit the executive branch's influence on the other branches
What are the qualifications and responsibilities of NC’s governor?
What are the qualifications and responsibilities of NC’s governor?
- Qualifications: At least 21 years old, Responsibilities: Oversees local law enforcement agencies
- Qualifications: At least 25 years old, Responsibilities: Appoints judges to the Supreme Court
- Qualifications: At least 30 years old, Responsibilities: Commander-in-chief of state military forces
- Qualifications: At least 35 years old, Responsibilities: Prepares the state budget (correct)
What is the difference between a weak and strong mayor system?
What is the difference between a weak and strong mayor system?
- In a weak mayor system, the mayor has limited authority, while in a strong mayor system, the mayor has significant executive power (correct)
- In a weak mayor system, the mayor is appointed by the city council, while in a strong mayor system, the mayor is elected by popular vote
- In a weak mayor system, the mayor serves for life, while in a strong mayor system, the mayor serves a limited term
- In a weak mayor system, the mayor has control over local courts, while in a strong mayor system, the mayor has control over state legislation
What are the three main types of zoning?
What are the three main types of zoning?
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