USA HISTORY

MAKING OF A NEW NATION 1776 1800

THE ARTICLES OF CONFEDERATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What phrase best describes a federalist system of government?
A
Unchecked federal authority
B
Individual liberties
C
Balance of power
D
Voluntary association
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -"a more powerful central government that abided by rules” is the best answer, although “abided by the rules is odd phrasing.

Detailed explanation-2: -Expert-Verified Answer. A federal system of government rules over an entire nation, but power is divided into other levels as well. Federalism involves a central authority with many other levels ruling the different constituents or units or states in a country.

Detailed explanation-3: -Federalism is a system of government in which the same territory is controlled by two levels of government. Generally, an overarching national government is responsible for broader governance of larger territorial areas, while the smaller subdivisions, states, and cities govern the issues of local concern.

Detailed explanation-4: -Which statement best describes the power of state governments in federal systems? States share power with the central government.

Detailed explanation-5: -According to the U.S. Constitution, which statement best explains the limit of federal power in relation to the states? The federal government has unlimited authority over the states.

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