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Which of the following powers is exclusively shared between the federal government and individual states?
Which of the following powers is exclusively shared between the federal government and individual states?
- Declaring war
- Making and enforcing laws (correct)
- Levying taxes
- Issuing licenses and permits
According to the Constitution, which branch of government has the power to coin money?
According to the Constitution, which branch of government has the power to coin money?
- Federal government (correct)
- Legislative branch
- State governments
- Judicial branch
Which of the following is an example of a power that is not shared between the federal government and individual states?
Which of the following is an example of a power that is not shared between the federal government and individual states?
- Establishing schools (correct)
- Declaring war
- Issuing licenses and permits
- Levying taxes
What is the primary purpose of the system of shared powers between the federal government and individual states?
What is the primary purpose of the system of shared powers between the federal government and individual states?
Which of the following is an example of a power that is exclusively held by the federal government?
Which of the following is an example of a power that is exclusively held by the federal government?
What is the primary function of judicial review?
What is the primary function of judicial review?
What is the scope of the Supreme Court's power of judicial review?
What is the scope of the Supreme Court's power of judicial review?
What is the significance of judicial review in the system of checks and balances?
What is the significance of judicial review in the system of checks and balances?
What is the relationship between judicial review and the Constitution?
What is the relationship between judicial review and the Constitution?
What is the impact of judicial review on the legislative process?
What is the impact of judicial review on the legislative process?
Study Notes
Federal System Power Structure
- Power is shared between the federal government and individual states in the United States.
- This balance of power is enshrined in the Constitution.
Powers of the Federal Government
- The federal government has the power to: • Coin money • Levy taxes on exports and imports • Declare war
Powers of the State Governments
- State governments have the power to: • Establish and maintain schools • Issue licenses and permits
Shared Powers
- Both the federal government and state governments have the power to: • Make and enforce laws • Levy taxes • Build roads
Judicial Review
- The Supreme Court has the power of judicial review, which enables it to declare laws null and void if they are deemed unconstitutional.
- This power allows the Supreme Court to review and potentially invalidate laws passed by the legislative branch.
- The Supreme Court's decision is final, and its rulings on the constitutionality of laws are binding on all lower courts.
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This quiz covers the power structure of the US federal system, including the powers of the federal government and individual state governments, as outlined in the Constitution.
