Ch 4 Federalism Test Review

Front

A dual system of government, powers are divided on a territorial basis between nation and the states.

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Federalism

Front

Where does the government’s power come from?

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The Constitution

Front

The powers that the National Government has granted to it in the Constitution - include expressed and implied powers.

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Delegated Powers

Front

Powers expressly written or spelled out in the Constitution.

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Expressed

Front

Powers not expressly written in the Constitution which stem from the expressed powers and powers the national government has always held.

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Implied Powers

Front

Congress can make laws that are “necessary and proper”.

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Elastic Clause

Front

Powers exercised by only the national government.

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Exclusive Powers

Front

Powers held by both the National Government and the states.

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Concurrent Powers

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Powers held only by the States (not granted to the National Government.

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Reserved Powers

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Reserves laws and powers that are held only by the states.

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10th Amendment