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shared powers
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| what is the definition of Enumerated powers? | The powers given specifically to the national government by the U.S. constitution also known as expressed or delegated powers. |
| what is the definition of Concurrent powers? | The powers shared by the national and state governments. |
| what is the definition of Reserved powers? | The powers given specifically to the state government. |
| what are the three parts of the federal system? | Enumerated powers, Concurrent powers, Reserved powers |
| what does the enumerated powers do? | coin money, set up a postal system, maintain military forces, declare war, regulate interstate and foreign commerce, negotiate treaties with foreign countries. |
| what do the concurrent powers do? | guarantee civil rights & liberty's, levy & collect taxes, provide for public safety, protect public health, establish courts, punish lawbreakers, borrow money, construct & maintain roads. |
| what do the reserved powers do? | conduct elections, establish local governments, establish schools, regulate marriage, divorce and adoption., regulate intrastate commerce, provide fire & police protection, enact license requirements. |
| which federal system deals with maintaining military forces and declare war? | Enumerated powers |
| what federal system deals with guaranteeing civil rights & liberties? | Concurrent powers |
| which federal system provides for public safety and protects public health? | Concurrent powers |