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Unit 1 – Foundations of American Democracy
Topic 1.1
What is an example of checks and balances in action within the US government?
The president vetoing a bill passed by Congress.
Senators debating a proposed law.
Citizens casting votes in a presidential election.
A state passing its own law separate from federal legislation.
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