The ________ clause is vague but gives the national government a very broad grant of power to carry out its responsibilities.

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The necessary and proper clause, also called the elastic clause, gives the national government the power to make any laws that are necessary and proper for carrying out its other responsibilities listed in the Constitution. Because it is vague and broad, it has been interpreted to grant a wide range of powers to the federal government over the years.

The ________ Clause Is Vague but Gives the National Government