What Does the Elastic Clause of the U

question 44

Multiple Choice

What does the elastic clause of the U.S.Constitution do?

• A) It provides that Congress shall have the power to enact all legislation that is "necessary and proper" to carry out its enumerated powers.
• B) It declares that state laws must conform to the federal constitution.
• C) It authorizes the federal government to incorporate or annex new territory to accommodate the nation's growing population.
• D) It prohibits states from expanding their territorial boundaries without the consent of Congress.
• E) It allows states to leave the union as long as they may demonstrate just cause.

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