Which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the legislative branch?

a .The Supreme Court rules a law unconstitutional.

b.The House of Representatives fails to pass a bill.

c. The president signs a new spending bill into law.

d. The Senate approves a foreign treaty agreement.

Question

Which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the legislative branch?

a .The Supreme Court rules a law unconstitutional.

b.The House of Representatives fails to pass a bill.

c. The president signs a new spending bill into law.

d. The Senate approves a foreign treaty agreement.

anonymous · Answer

a. the supreme court ruling a law unconstitutional stops or check the power of the legislative branch. see Mallbery vs Madison