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10th Amendment?
limited the powers of the federal government
What are enumerated, or delegated, powers?
powers given to each branch of the Federal Government
Why are the delegated powers similar to enumeratered powers?
Delegated powers, like enumerated powers, are specific powers granted to the federal government in the US Constitution. Both sets of powers are clearly defined and limited in scope, providing a framework for the division of powers between the federal government and the states. This division helps to prevent the concentration of power in any one branch of government.
What are the powers called that are specifically granted to the national government by the constitution?
Enumerated powers are the powers granted to the Federal Government by the U.S. Constitution. The clause explicitly enumerates all of the powers the Federal Government should have, and their powers are limited to those listed in the clause.
What is idea that powers not given to the Federal government by the constitution belong to the state?
Limited Government
How does Article II section 2 of the U.S. Constitution limit the power of the federal government?
When the US Constitution was ratified by the states, the delegates wanted to insure that the new Federal government had limited powers. To ensure this all powers not delegated to the Federal government, all powers not assigned to the Federal government are powers left to each state to decide.
What is the idea that powers not given to the federal government by the Constitution belong to the states?
limited governement
In a federal model of government some powers are exercised by both the national government and the states true or false?
true
Does the constitution gives the government unlimited power?
No, the constitution does not give unlimited power, in fact it gives only limited powers to the government. There are 3 types of powers: Expressed, Implied, and Reserved. Expressed Powers - powers for the Federal government that are not specifically stated in the Constitution. Implied Powers - powers for the federal government that are actually written down in the constitution. Reserved Powers - powers given to state government (basically the left-over powers that the Federal government isn't in charge of.)
Can states declare war or regulate foreign commerce?
No, states cannot declare war or regulate foreign commerce. These powers are reserved for the federal government, specifically the executive branch (president) and Congress. States have limited authority in matters of foreign affairs and international relations, which are primarily handled at the federal level.
The division of powers between the national government and the states is?
the legislative branch
Americans who favor states' rights over federal powers believe that the national government's powers should be limited?
True.
