Question

Which statement accurately contrasts the concepts of loose construction and strict construction?(1 point)
Responses

Loose construction interprets the Constitution as the original intent of its authors, whereas strict construction allows for interpretations to reflect modern-day issues.
Loose construction interprets the Constitution as the original intent of its authors, whereas strict construction allows for interpretations to reflect modern-day issues.

Loose construction was favored by the Anti-Federalists and strict construction was favored by the Federalists.
Loose construction was favored by the Anti-Federalists and strict construction was favored by the Federalists.

Loose construction is a broad interpretation of the Constitution, whereas strict construction interprets the Constitution exactly as it is written.
Loose construction is a broad interpretation of the Constitution, whereas strict construction interprets the Constitution exactly as it is written.

Loose construction allows for limited federal power, whereas strict construction allows for more federal power.
Loose construction allows for limited federal power, whereas strict construction allows for more federal power.

Answer 1

Loose construction is a broad interpretation of the Constitution, whereas strict construction interprets the Constitution exactly as it is written.