Question

which statement best explains why the tenth amendment reserves some rights and powers to the states? the framers believed in the principle of federalism. the framers wanted to control civil liberties. the framers wanted to limit citizens rights. the framers wanted the states to be very powerful.

Explanation:

Federalism is a system where power is divided between a central government and state governments. The Tenth Amendment reflects this principle by reserving certain rights and powers to the states. The framers did not want to control civil liberties (the Bill of Rights, which includes the Tenth Amendment, was meant to protect them). Also, while states have powers, the framers aimed for a balance (not making states "very powerful" in an un - balanced way) and the amendment is not about limiting citizens' rights.

Answer:

The framers believed in the principle of federalism.