The Power of Eminent Domain Refers to the Right Of

question 79

Multiple Choice

The power of eminent domain refers to the right of:

• A) the federal government to take any property it deems desirable without compensation.
• B) state governments to take private property for public use with compensation for the loss.
• C) state governments to take private property for private use by elected officials.
• D) state governments to take public property owned by the federal government for public use by state residents.

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