How is the power to collect taxes related to Congress's role in foreign affairs?

A) Congress can declare war.
B) Congress can pay debts to foreign nations.
C) Congress can appoint ambassadors to foreign countries.
D) Congress can direct military action.

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The power to collect taxes is closely related to Congress's ability to pay debts to foreign nations. This connection is best represented by option:

B) Congress can pay debts to foreign nations.

The authority to levy taxes allows Congress to raise revenue, which can then be used to fulfill obligations to foreign nations, such as paying debts incurred during international dealings or for other foreign affairs.