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The Origins of Democracy — Quiz

Question 9 • MASTER COURSE United States History

A benefit of a bicameral legislature is that it

Answer
A
separates powers, keeping one body from gaining too much power.
B
gives equal power to the men and women who hold key government positions.
C
enables every citizen a chance to vote and make important decisions.
D
gives all authority to a chief executive.

Explanation

A bicameral legislature has two chambers, which divide legislative authority between them. This arrangement helps prevent one body from gaining too much power, so choice A is correct. It does not guarantee equal power between men and women, give every citizen a direct vote on decisions, or hand all authority to the chief executive.

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