Which of the following is a characteristic of the U.S.government that vests the executive,legislative,and judicial powers in separate bodies?

A) Federalism
B) Separation of powers
C) Federal supremacy
D) Judicial activism

Separation of Powers

A foundational principle of governance in which the state's powers are divided among distinct branches, typically the legislative, executive, and judiciary, to prevent abuse of power.

Federalism

A political system in which power is divided between a central (national) government and regional (state or provincial) governments.

Judicial Activism

A judicial philosophy that the courts can and should go beyond the applicable law to consider broader societal implications and influence public policy.