Which of these is a true statement about the limits placed on Congress? Select all that apply.

Question

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Responses

The Bill of Rights gives Congress power to tax citizens.

A. Federalism places limits on Congress by reserving certain powers to the courts.
B. The Constitution limits Congress from passing certain kinds of laws.
C. Separation of powers divides the national government into different branches.
D. Congress cannot override a veto by the president.

Answer 1

The following statements are true regarding the limits placed on Congress:

B. The Constitution limits Congress from passing certain kinds of laws.
C. Separation of powers divides the national government into different branches.

The other options are incorrect:

• Option A is incorrect because federalism does not specifically reserve powers to the courts; it divides powers between the federal government and the states.
• Option D is incorrect because Congress can override a presidential veto with a two-thirds majority vote in both houses, so it is not true that Congress cannot override a veto.