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Marshall’s Court — Quiz

Question 9 • Virginia and US History

The implied powers of Congress

Answer
A
legislate the activities of the Supreme Court.
B
are shared with the Supreme Court.
C
can change laws that are declared unconstitutional.
D
are suggested but not stated in the Constitution.

Explanation

Implied powers are powers not listed word-for-word in the Constitution but understood as necessary for Congress to carry out its expressed powers. The Necessary and Proper Clause supports this interpretation. Therefore, implied powers are suggested rather than directly stated in the Constitution.

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