Question

13 what purpose do the necessary and proper clause, the amendment process, and the power of judicial review have in common? a state governments may limit the power of the federal government. b congress may check the power of the executive branch. c the wording of the original constitution may be altered. d the constitution may be adapted to meet changing conditions.

Explanation:

• 必要且适当条款（Necessary and Proper Clause）：赋予国会制定“必要且适当”法律的权力，使宪法能适应新情况。例如，随着科技发展，国会可依据此条款制定相关法律。
• 宪法修正案程序（amendment process）：通过修正案可直接修改宪法内容，使其适应时代变化。如美国宪法的多次修正案。
• 司法审查权（power of judicial review）：法院通过司法审查解释宪法，使其在不同案件和社会背景下有新的适用，从而适应变化。

Answer:

D. The Constitution may be adapted to meet changing conditions.