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The state of Maryland passes a law setting its own speed limits and education standards, while the federal government passes a national law about clean air standards. Both levels of government operate within their own areas of authority. This situation best illustrates which constitutional principle?
Federalism
Separation of powers
Checks and balances
Rule of law
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Federalism.
Explanation: Federalism is the constitutional principle that divides power between the national government and the state governments. In your example, Maryland and the federal government each make laws within their respective areas of authority (states handling speed limits and education; the federal government handling national clean-air standards).
Explanation: Federalism is the constitutional principle that divides power between the national government and the state governments. In your example, Maryland and the federal government each make laws within their respective areas of authority (states handling speed limits and education; the federal government handling national clean-air standards).
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