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Federalism
Federalism Study Stack
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are enumerated powers? | The powers given specifically to the national government by the U.S. Constitution; also known as expressed or delegated powers. |
| What are concurrent powers? | The powers shared by the national and state government. |
| What are reserved powers? | The powers given specifically to state governments. |
| What are the three constitutional divisions of powers? | Enumerated (expressed or delegated), concurrent, and reserved. |
| Is establishing courts a concurrent power? | Yes, concurrent powers include establishing courts. |
| How many enumerated powers are listed in the Constitution? | The Constitution only lists 17 of these specific powers. |
| What are other terms for enumerated powers? | Enumerated powers are also called expressed or delegated powers. |
| Do reserved powers include conducting elections and establishing local governments? | Yes, reserved powers are for the state governments (they have powers to do things locally too). |
| Do concurrent powers include protecting public health, borrow money, and construct and maintain roads? | Yes, concurrent powers include those examples because they are federal and state powers. |
| Do delegated powers include coining money, declaring war and negotiating treaties with foreign countries? | Yes, delegated powers include those examples because they are specifically the federal governments powers. |