Characteristics of Dual Federalism
Which of the following best explains why the United States government in 1789 is classified as a system of dual federalism?
A
The national and state governments had distinct responsibilities that rarely overlapped.
B
The state governments were established primarily to control the national government.
C
There was significant uncertainty regarding the respective roles of the state and national governments.
D
The Constitution explicitly designed a system of checks and balances formally known as dual federalism.