Question

in a federal system of government, power is
held by one person who
makes all the decisions.
held by a central government
that makes decisions.
divided between the national
government and the states.
divided equally between all
state governments.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze the definition of a federal system of government. A federal system is characterized by the division of power between a national (federal) government and the state (or regional) governments.

• The first option describes a dictatorship or autocracy, not a federal system.
• The second option describes a unitary system, where power is centralized in the central government.
• The fourth option is incorrect as a federal system doesn't involve equal division only among state governments; it includes the national government too.
• The third option, "divided between the national government and the states," matches the definition of a federal system.

Answer:

The correct option is the third one: "divided between the national government and the states."