The passage below is from a historical document.

Question

Art. II. Each state retains its sovereignty, freedom, and independence, and every power, jurisdiction, and right, which is not by this confederation expressly delegated to the United States, in Congress assembled.
How does the U.S. Constitution address concerns that resulted from the government described in this passage?
A. The new government could enforce laws
B. The new government could settle disputes between the states.
C. The new government could regulate trade between the states
D. The new government could levy taxes

Answer 1

C. The new government could regulate trade between the states