The Powers of Congress Have Declined Dramatically in Which of the Following

question 48

Multiple Choice

The powers of Congress have declined dramatically in which of the following areas over the last 50 years?

• A) national defense and the federal budget
• B) health care and education
• C) law enforcement and oversight
• D) national defense and environmental protection

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