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Political Divisions — Quiz

Question 1 • World and Regional Geography (Semester)

What is one function of a constitution in a federal state?

Answer
A
to allow for swift and decisive action with as little debate as possible
B
to explain how powers are divided between central and local governments
C
to enforce a single national language in education and public communication
D
to give the central government supreme decision-making authority

Explanation

A constitution sets out the structure and powers of government. In a federal state, it explains how authority is divided between the central government and local or regional governments. The other choices describe centralized or restrictive policies, not the defining role of a federal constitution.

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