Question

question 6 of 10
which phrase completes this diagram highlighting the weaknesses of the government established by the articles of confederation?
weaknesses of the articles of confederation
only one branch of government
trouble dealing with foreign countries
inability to enforce laws
?
a. no power to collect taxes
b. trouble defending states
c. excessive taxes collected
d. inability to elect leaders in the congress

Explanation:

The Articles of Confederation created a weak central government. One of its significant weaknesses was that the national government had no power to collect taxes. This led to financial problems as the government couldn't fund its operations or pay debts. The other options are incorrect:

• B. The government under the Articles did have some ability to defend states (though limited in other ways).
• C. The problem was lack of tax - collecting power, not excessive taxes.
• D. The Congress under the Articles did have a way to conduct its affairs (though it was a unicameral legislature with limitations, but not an inability to elect leaders in the sense of basic functionality).

Answer:

A. No power to collect taxes