The Elastic Clause in Article I of the Constitution Created

question 88

Multiple Choice

The elastic clause in Article I of the Constitution created a situation in which Congress

• A) took a lead role in the early American constitutional system.
• B) was limited in its powers.
• C) had a small set of specific powers that guided its actions in early America.
• D) is no longer relevant in the policy-making process.

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