Which of the Following Statements About American Federalism Is True

question 82

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about American federalism is true?

• A) Liberals tend to prefer granting more power to states and localities because they care most about liberty.
• B) Conservatives tend to prefer a strong federal government because they value equality more than liberty.
• C) Liberals tend to prefer a strong federal government because they value equality more than liberty.
• D) Liberals and conservatives both prefer a strong federal government because they both value equality more than liberty.

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