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Question 7 • CMS 2026-2027 Founding Principles of the US and NC: Civic Literacy CREDIT RECOVERY

Which key idea in the Constitution creates a division of power between national and state governments?

Answer
A
federalism
B
republicanism
C
individual rights
D
habeas corpus

Explanation

Federalism divides governing power between the national government and state governments. Individual rights protect people’s freedoms, republicanism describes government by elected representatives, and habeas corpus protects against unlawful detention. Therefore, the correct choice is federalism.

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