Entry Exam Category: High School Equivalency Exams
Course: General Education Development (GED)
Exam: GED Social Studies Practice Test

Practice Question

According to this information, which philosopher would most likely support the presidential power to appoint federal judges with the consent of the U.S. Senate?
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Answer Choices

  • A: Thomas Hobbes
  • B: Baron de Montesquieu
  • C: Jean-Jacques Rousseau
  • D: John Locke

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Montesquieu advocated separation of powers where executives appoint judges

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