Which of the Following Is Not a Similarity Between the U.S

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a similarity between the U.S. Constitution and the Texas constitution?

• A) Both constitutions have a clause providing the legislature with the authority to make all laws necessary and proper to carrying out its expressed powers.
• B) Both constitutions derive their power from the authority of the people.
• C) Both constitutions divide authority between a central government and regional governments.
• D) Both constitutions create a system of checks and balances between the different branches of government.
• E) Both constitutions have been amended several hundred times.

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