Question

explaining the limited powers outlined in the articles of confederation made it difficult for the congress to pass and enforce laws. the congress could raise an army. however, it could not pay for an army because it did not have the power to tax. why did the articles of confederation create such a weak central government?

Explanation:

After the American Revolution, the states (colonies) had a strong fear of a powerful central government like the British one they had just fought against. They wanted to retain most power for themselves, so they designed the Articles of Confederation to have a weak central government with limited powers (e.g., no taxation power, limited law - enforcement ability) to prevent tyranny and keep control at the state level.

Answer:

The states (former colonies) had a strong fear of a powerful central government (like the British monarchy they had rebelled against) and wanted to retain most of the power for themselves. So, the Articles of Confederation were designed to create a weak central government to prevent tyranny and keep significant authority at the state level.