The concept of separation of powers was included in the Constitution to prevent
A) disputes between the federal and state governments.
B) the imposition of export taxes.
C) a major dispute over power between the House and the Senate.
D) disputes over power between Congress and the president.
E) tyranny by either the majority or by a minority.

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The separation of powers was designed to prevent tyranny by ensuring that no single branch of government could dominate or control the others, thus protecting against the concentration of power that could lead to tyranny by either a majority or a minority.

The Concept of Separation of Powers Was Included in the Constitution