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What is federalism?

Athe division of governing powers between the national and state governments
Bthe consolidating of national and state governments in times of need
Cthe need for disagreement among all the branches of government
Dthe cooperation between the federal branches of government

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Federalism is a principle of separation of power, that between the national/federal/central government and between the local or state governments. This means that the states have a kind of autonomy: the right to decide over their own matters.

This means that the correct answer is:
A. the division of governing powers between the national and state governments

Federalism is a system of government with a division of power between the national government and several smaller governments, such as those of the states. The Constitution provides for this division. Each level of government has its own powers, ruling bodies, officials, and laws.

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