Question

In what way does Congress participate in checks and balances as a lawmaking authority?

A. It raises taxes.
B. It does not get involved in partisan projects.
C. It meets regularly with the Supreme Court.
D. It oversees operations of various agencies in the executive branch.

Answer 1

D. It oversees operations of various agencies in the executive branch.

This is the practice of Congressional Oversight which "refers to the review, monitoring, and supervision of federal agencies, programs, activities, and policy implementation."

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Congressional_oversight

Answer 2

D