Multiple Choice. Which of the following was a significant weakness of the Articles of Confederation that the Constitution addressed? (1 point)

Question

• Excessive centralized power
• Absence of a standing army
• Lack of a national judiciary
• Inability to levy taxes

Answer 1

The significant weakness of the Articles of Confederation that the Constitution addressed was:

• Inability to levy taxes

The Articles of Confederation did not provide the federal government with the power to tax, which led to financial difficulties and an inability to fund government operations. The Constitution granted Congress the power to levy taxes, which helped to address this critical issue.