Question

which best explains how the supremacy clause is connected to federalism?
the supremacy clause establishes that the federal government has more power than state governments.
the supremacy clause establishes that the state governments have more power than the federal government.
the supremacy clause forces the federal government and state governments to share power equally.
the supremacy clause forces the federal government and state governments to fight for power.

Explanation:

Federalism is a system where power is divided between national (federal) and state governments. The Supremacy Clause (Article VI, Clause 2 of the U.S. Constitution) states that the Constitution, federal laws made pursuant to it, and treaties are the “supreme Law of the Land.” This means that in case of a conflict between federal and state laws, federal law prevails. So, it establishes that the federal government has more power than state governments in such conflict situations.

Answer:

The Supremacy Clause establishes that the federal government has more power than state governments.