Why was it difficult for Congress to fulfill its duties under the Articles of Confederation?

Question

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Any congressional action required executive approval.
Any congressional action required executive approval.

Congress lacked the power to declare war.
Congress lacked the power to declare war.

Most congressional decisions required the approval of at least nine states.
Most congressional decisions required the approval of at least nine states.

Congress lacked the power to regulate foreign trade.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

Most congressional decisions required the approval of at least nine states.

Under the Articles of Confederation, any significant action taken by Congress required the approval of at least nine out of the thirteen states, making it difficult to pass legislation and fulfill its duties effectively.