The relationship between the state and county in the United States is best described as C. unitary. In a unitary system, the central government maintains the primary authority, and any subdivisions (like counties) derive their powers from the central government rather than having constitutionally guaranteed powers of their own, which aligns with how states govern counties.
The type of government relationship between the state and county is which of the following?
A. federal
B. confederal
C. unitary
D. parliamentary
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