Question

Why was the government’s authority to regulate commerce a weakness of the Articles of Confederation? A The president’s authority to collect taxes unfairly burdened the poor. B The national court system unfairly prosecuted trade laws. C The states’ authority to impose taxes decreased trade. D The legislature gave too much power to larger states.

Answer 1

Q.) Why was the government’s authority to regulate commerce a weakness of the Articles of Confederation?

Ans.) The president’s authority to collect taxes unfairly burdened the poor.

Under the Articles of Confederation, Congress lacked the authority to regulate commerce, making it unable to protect or standardize trade between foreign nations and the various states.

Answer 2

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Why was the government’s authority to regulate commerce a weakness of the Articles of Confederation?

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The president’s authority to collect taxes unfairly burdened the poor✔✔