Expressed & Implied Powers

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What are enumerated powers?

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Powers specifically granted to the federal government by the Constitution.

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Imagine you are a member of Congress. Which of the following actions would be an example of an enumerated power you possess? Regulating commerce among the states, Establishing post offices, Declaring war, Coining money

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Regulating commerce among the states

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What are implied powers?

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Powers that are not explicitly stated in the Constitution but are assumed to exist.

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How are implied powers different from enumerated powers?

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Implied powers are not explicitly stated in the Constitution, while enumerated powers are specifically listed in the Constitution.

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What is the source of enumerated powers?

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United States Constitution

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What is the source of implied powers?

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Necessary and Proper Clause

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What is the significance of enumerated powers in the U.S. Constitution?

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Enumerated powers in the U.S. Constitution are the specific powers granted to the federal government.

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What is the significance of implied powers in the U.S. Constitution?

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Implied powers are powers not explicitly stated but necessary for the government to carry out its enumerated powers.

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What is the purpose of having both expressed and implied powers?

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To provide a balance of power between the federal government and the states.

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Why is it important for the government to have implied powers?

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Implied powers enable the government to effectively govern and make decisions in the best interest of the nation.

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