Question

Select the correct answer.

Which is the best definition of federalism?
A. Federalism enables the states and the national government to share power.
B. Federalism creates the separation of powers between the three branches of government.
C. Federalism encourages the practice of direct democracy at the state level rather than the national level.
D. Federalism provides for the regular election of state and national officials.
E. Federalism gives Congress powers that were not originally enumerated in the Constitution.

Answer 1

B. Federalism creates the separation of powers between the three branches of government.