Which of the Following Is a Way That Federalism Contributes

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a way that federalism contributes to democracy?

• A)By decentralizing the political system,federalism creates more opportunities for political participation.
• B)By centralizing the political system,federalism protects the political system from the whims of the masses.
• C)By decreasing the number of units of government,federalism reduces citizen access to government and public policy.
• D)By ensuring that all states provide the same levels of services to their citizens,federalism ensures equality in a democracy.
• E)None of these is a way that federalism contributes to democracy.

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