Question

question 8 of 10
the articles of confederation gives some powers to the federal government but says that otherwise each state
etains its sovereignty, freedom and independence, and every power, jurisdiction and right, which is not by this confederation expressly delegated to the united states.\¹
what political idea does this quote express?

a. the importance of checks and balances
b. the value of limited government
c. the right of fair representation
d. the need for a government to be legitimate

Explanation:

The quote states that states retain all powers not explicitly delegated to the federal government, which restricts the federal government's authority to only assigned roles—core to the concept of limited government. Other options are irrelevant: checks and balances involve branch power limits, fair representation relates to political voice, and legitimacy focuses on government authority's source.

Answer:

B. The value of limited government