Question

Which of the following best evaluates a weakness of the Articles of Confederation?(1 point)
Responses

The Articles of Confederation created a monarchal form of government, which caused conflict between the federal and state governments.
The Articles of Confederation created a monarchal form of government, which caused conflict between the federal and state governments.

The Articles of Confederation taxed the states on goods sold and bought, which made it difficult for the states to govern themselves.
The Articles of Confederation taxed the states on goods sold and bought, which made it difficult for the states to govern themselves.

The Articles of Confederation lacked a common currency used among the 13 states, which made trading between states difficult.
The Articles of Confederation lacked a common currency used among the 13 states, which made trading between states difficult.

The Articles of Confederation established an executive power to enforce policies in only nine of the states, which made it difficult to enforce laws.

Answer 1

The third option is best: "The Articles of Confederation lacked a common currency used among the 13 states, which made trading between states difficult."

Explanation: Under the Articles the national government was weak and states often issued their own money and imposed trade barriers, which hindered interstate commerce.