The structure of the articles of confederation. a. neglected the principle \"separation of powers\" because it did not create a separate judicial branch. b. reflected the principle \"separation of powers\" through its three separate branches of government. c. made a legislative branch and a strong executive in line with the principle \"separation of powers\". d. created a single strong legislative branch in line with the principle \"separation of powers\"

A. Neglected the principle \"separation of powers\" because it did not create a separate judicial branch.    

Explanation:

Under the Articles of Confederation, the first U.S. Constitution, the states were given independence and sovereignty at the expense of a weak government that was not based upon the principle of "Separation of Powers" because the power was held by only one branch: the Legislative. The Articles did did not create either a separate Judicial branch or an Executive branch.