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Amending the Constitution

Question 10 • FL-2106010-M/J Civics

Which clause gives Congress the right of implied powers?

Answer
A
the limitless clause
B
the necessary and proper clause
C
the freedom clause
D
the Congressional powers clause

Explanation

The Necessary and Proper Clause gives Congress authority to pass laws needed to carry out its enumerated powers. Because those laws may include powers not listed explicitly in the Constitution, they are called implied powers. The best answer is “the necessary and proper clause.”

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