The doctrine that allowed the national government to increase the scope of its authority considerably through the Supreme Court's expansive interpretation of delegated powers was based on the __________ clause.

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The necessary and proper clause, also known as the elastic clause, gives Congress the power to make laws that are necessary and proper for carrying out its other delegated powers. The Supreme Court has interpreted this clause broadly to allow the national government to expand its authority beyond its enumerated powers.

The Doctrine That Allowed the National Government to Increase the Scope