Which of the following descriptions characterizes a confederate system of government?

A.
A system that grants unlimited powers to a central government
B.
A system based on the belief that a strong central government best serves the needs of the people
C.
A system where local governments control the powers of the central government
D.
A system where a central government and local governments work together with equal power and control

Please select the best answer from the choices provided
A
B
C
D

1 answer

The best answer that characterizes a confederate system of government is:

C. A system where local governments control the powers of the central government.

In a confederate system, the central government typically has limited powers and derives its authority from the constituent local or regional governments, which maintain a significant degree of control.