The Elastic Clause of the Constitution Allows Congress to

question 68

Multiple Choice

The elastic clause of the Constitution allows Congress to

• A) claim powers not explicitly granted to it by the Constitution.
• B) override presidential vetoes.
• C) assert its supremacy over the other branches of government.
• D) overturn state laws that conflict with federal law.
• E) regulate commerce with foreign nations.

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Definitions:

Judgment

The ability to make considered decisions or come to sensible conclusions.

Intellect

The capacity for understanding, reasoning, and thinking critically.

Decision-Making

The process of making choices by identifying a decision, gathering information, and assessing alternative resolutions.

Anchoring

A cognitive bias in decision-making where an individual relies too heavily on an initial piece of information (the "anchor") when making judgments.