Choose one of the following principles: rule of law, checks and balances, separation of powers, republicanism, democracy, or federalism. discuss whether you think the articles of confederation or the constitution was a better reflection of that principle and explain your answer in a paragraph.

The principle of SEPARATION OF POWERS. 

The constitution states the powers and jurisdiction of the 3 branches of government under the United States Constitution. These branches are the Executive, Legislative, and Judicial.

Each branch has its own power and jurisdiction. It has no power over other branches in the sense that it can't dictate what other branches should do. This separation of power ensures that the possibility of corruption of power is diminished. When one branch goes over its power and jurisdiction, the remaining two will control and bring it back to its authorized powers as dictated in the constitution.