Question

Which of the following accurately describes how the supremacy clause has made a positive contribution to the concept of federalism? (1 point)
The supremacy clause allows states to ignore national government policies when they conflict with the best interests of states.
The supremacy clause has allowed the Supreme Court to resolve conflicts when both the national and state governments are exercising legitimate, but conflicting, powers.
The supremacy clause has allowed states to increase their powers when they conflict with the national government.
The supremacy clause allows states to make policies that work best for their state, even if those policies conflict with legitimate policies of the national government.

Answer 1

The second option is correct: "The supremacy clause has allowed the Supreme Court to resolve conflicts when both the national and state governments are exercising legitimate, but conflicting, powers."

Brief explanation: The Supremacy Clause makes federal law supreme over conflicting state law, and the courts (especially the Supreme Court) interpret and resolve those conflicts, clarifying the division of authority in the federal system.