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4.1 Comparing Political Systems

Question 14 • RMA FL-2100310-United States History Semester 1

How does federalism guarantee all citizens’ voices are heard?

Answer
A
It prioritizes the rights of states and gives them the ability to overrule the Constitution.
B
It protects rights of the judiciary branch by giving powers to the Supreme Court.
C
It creates a system where all laws for all citizens are made by the federal government.
D
It gives citizens representation in the federal government and local governments.

Explanation

Federalism divides governing authority between the national government and state and local governments. Citizens can have a voice through representation at the federal level and through representatives in their state and local governments. The choice that describes representation at both levels is “It gives citizens representation in the federal government and local governments.”

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