Which of the Following Is NOT a Defense of Federalism

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a defense of federalism?

• A) Political experimentation at the state level can be used to see if policies are workable.
• B) The government is in closer contact with the people because of the role given to state governments.
• C) It allows for differences among the regions of the country.
• D) The national government has all the power so states play a small role.
• E) It is a better system for the United States than a unitary system because of the size of the United States

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Definitions:

Social Security

A government program that provides financial assistance to people with inadequate or no income, primarily the elderly, disabled, and families with dependent children.

Medicare

A federal health insurance program in the United States for people age 65 and older, and for some younger people with disabilities.

Healthcare

A system, or series of services, aimed at maintaining or improving the health of individuals through prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation.

Federal Government

The national government of the United States, which consists of three branches: legislative, executive, and judicial.