Which statement correctly describes the U.S. Constitution when it became the law of the land in 1789?

A.
It called for both houses of Congress to be elected directly by the people.

B.
It gave the president a lifetime term of office.

C.
It divided power among three branches of government.

D.
It was also known among the general public as Common Sense.

Question

Which statement correctly describes the U.S. Constitution when it became the law of the land in 1789?	
 
 A.
It called for both houses of Congress to be elected directly by the people.
 
 B.
It gave the president a lifetime term of office.
 
 C.
It divided power among three branches of government.
 
 D.
It was also known among the general public as Common Sense.

anonymous · Answer

@chosenmatt

anonymous · Answer

C.  The three branches -  legislative, judicial, executive are given an equal amount of powers and all are balanced by the checks and balance system.