1) What does the tradition of "separation of powers" mean as stated in the Georgia Constitution? A) Each branch functions independently but work in conjunction when it is time to create, pass, and enforce laws. B) That the executive branch is a stand-alone entity while the legislative and judicial branches work together to create and enforce laws. C) The branches of Georgia government mimic those of the United States government in that the three branches are and will remain separate and distinct. D) The executive branch trumps the other two. They can run the government by making and passing laws but the executive branch is at liberty to change them.