The doctrine that allowed the national government to expand considerably the scope of its authority 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, grants Congress the power to make all laws that are necessary and proper for carrying out its delegated powers. This clause has been interpreted broadly by the Supreme Court to allow for the expansion of federal power.

The Doctrine That Allowed the National Government to Expand Considerably