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."—Articles of Confederation


Which of the following principles of American democracy does this quote best represent?

Asocial contract

Bnatural rights

Cfederalism

Drule of law

When lawmakers compare multiple potential public policy solutions, they

Afocus on minimizing costs while maximizing the benefits

Bby law are required to choose the least-expensive solution

Crequire unanimous approval before selecting one to pursue

Dwill choose the most costly solution to maximize the budget

The 14th amendment has continued to extend civil liberties because the

Astate governments have used their own amendment processes to add its language to their state constitutions

Bstate governments have used the powers of legislation and policy making to circumvent the rights of citizens

Ccourts and lawmakers continue to further refine and restrict the definitions of legal citizenship and residency

Dcourts have interpreted it in many cases to mean that state governments must also guarantee certain rights