MAKING OF A NEW NATION 1776 1800
THE ARTICLES OF CONFEDERATION
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The federal government gained the power to disband state legislatures.
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The federal government gained the power to regulate trade between states.
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The President of the United States gained the power to vote in the legislature.
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The President of the United States gained the power to levy taxes on the states.
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Detailed explanation-1: -One of the most significant changes between the Articles of Confederation and Constitution was the creation of the three branches of government: the executive, legislative, and judicial. This separation of powers ensured that power would not be concentrated in one particular branch.
Detailed explanation-2: -A major weakness of the Articles of Confederation was that Congress could not tax. Congress could only request that taxes be submitted.
Detailed explanation-3: -Congress under the Articles lacked authority to levy taxes. She could only request the states to contribute their fair share to the common treasury, but the requested amounts were not forthcoming. To remedy this defect, Congress applied to the states for power to lay duties and secure the public debts.