Which of the Following Is an Argument in Favor of Increased

question 70

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an argument in favor of increased state power?

• A) The national government abuses its powers because it often taxes people without their consent.
• B) Competition among states provides the best policies to attract businesses, create jobs, and maintain a healthy social fabric.
• C) Increased state power prevents the national government from encouraging a "race to the bottom" that favors business over people.
• D) State governments tend to be less corrupt than the federal government.
• E) It is consistent with the original wishes of the Founders, who believed that state governments should be allowed to function without any interference from the federal government.

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