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washai

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Which of the following events illustrates the constitutional principle of separation of powers with checks and balances?
 
  a) A federal court rules that overcrowding in the Texas prison system violates the U.S. Constitution.
  b) The governor vetoes a bill passed by the legislature.
  c) A bill passes the Texas House but fails to pass the Texas Senate.
  d) The county commissioners courts in 12 counties enact resolutions protesting federal air emissions standards as unfunded mandates.
  e) The Dallas city council passes an ordinance limiting smoking in public places.

Question 2

How does the Texas Bill of Rights compare with the U.S. Bill of Rights?
 
  a) The U.S. and Texas bills of rights are identical.
  b) The U.S. Bill of Rights is longer and protects more rights than the Texas Bill of Rights.
  c) The U.S. Bill of Rights is written in positive language while the Texas Bill of Rights is phrased negatively.
  d) The Texas Bill of Rights outlines the responsibilities of county governments in protecting the interests of residents.
  e) The Texas Bill of Rights includes a number of measures not found in the U.S. Bill of Rights.



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chloejackso

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: E




washai

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Reply 2 on: Jul 2, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
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