Which is the best way to characterize the buddhist's thesis of dependent origination?

Me with this psychology homework, i’m struggling with it.

The map shows the allied strategy in the pacific. what does the movement of allied troops reveal about their strategy? the allies’ objective was to reach japan as soon as possible. the allies kept getting diverted in their quest to reach japan. the allies overtook outlying islands to make access to japan easier. the allies retreated just before they reached the first set of islands.

Which of the following situations best demonstrates the principle of separation of powers in the u. s. government? a. the president can veto laws passed by the legislature. b. the courts must approve constitutional amendments. c. states create their own educational policies. d. members of the legislature are elected by voters.