The Constitution sets forth specific powers that can be exercised by the national government and provides that the national government has the implied power to undertake actions necessary to carry out its expressly designated powers. All other powers are expressly reserved to
A) the courts.
B) the states.
C) Congress.
D) the people.

Question

The Constitution sets forth specific powers that can be exercised by the national government and provides that the national government has the implied power to undertake actions necessary to carry out its expressly designated powers. All other powers are expressly reserved to​
A) ​the courts.
B) ​the states.
C) ​Congress.
D) ​the people.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The Constitution explicitly states that all powers not delegated to the national government are reserved to the states or to the people. This principle is enshrined in the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution.

The Constitution Sets Forth Specific Powers That Can Be Exercised