Which of the following would highlight a critical downside of a federal system?
A)the national legislature dominated by a single political party
B)a component state unable to raise sufficient funds to provide certain government services at the local level
C)the inability of component states to have any autonomy
D)local officials unable to make basic decisions without the express consent of the central government

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This choice highlights a critical downside of a federal system as it shows that component states may not have sufficient resources to provide necessary government services at the local level, which can lead to disparities in services and quality of life for citizens within the federal system.

Which of the Following Would Highlight a Critical Downside of a Federal