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 enact any laws necessary and proper for carrying out its delegated powers. Through the Supreme Court's broad interpretation of this clause, the national government was able to expand its authority beyond what was specifically enumerated in the Constitution. This doctrine is often referred to as the "implied powers" doctrine.

The Doctrine That Allowed the National Government to Expand Considerably