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Question 8 • HCVS25-26 Government and Civics

Which statement is an accurate description of the American federal system?

Answer
A
States can make their own choices, as they have power over all laws.
B
State and federal governments are run separately, without any overlap.
C
The federal government informs states of what is and what is not considered legal.
D
The federal and state governments share powers, but federal power is supreme.

Explanation

In the American federal system, power is divided between the national government and state governments, and some powers overlap. When a valid federal law conflicts with a state law, federal law takes precedence under the Supremacy Clause. Therefore, the accurate statement is that federal and state governments share powers, but federal power is supreme.

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