Question
Why is the necessary and proper clause called the elastic clause?
Multiple choice question.
It gives the national government powers it needs to carry out its enumerated powers.
It can be used in times of crisis if Congress must override the Constitution's enumerated powers.
It can be interpreted to include increased implied powers for state governments.
It allows the Supreme Court to make implications about the framers' intent.
Multiple choice question.
It gives the national government powers it needs to carry out its enumerated powers.
It can be used in times of crisis if Congress must override the Constitution's enumerated powers.
It can be interpreted to include increased implied powers for state governments.
It allows the Supreme Court to make implications about the framers' intent.
Answers
GPT 3.5
1. It gives the national government powers it needs to carry out its enumerated powers.