Question

Which of these was a weakness of the Articles of Confederation?
A.
The state governments were less powerful than the national government.
B.
The state governments did not have the power to tax.
C.
The national government could not enforce laws.
D.
The national government had power over international trade.

Answer 1

Answer:

The answer is C

Explanation:

Weaknesses of Articles

- The government had no power to pass taxes

- The government could not regulate trade

- 9 of 13 states had to approve any charges of the government

- There was no executive branch to enforce the laws

- The states had more power than the national government