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

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

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

C.
It divided power among three branches of government.

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

Question

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

january123 · 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