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The Need for a Constitution

Question 6 • (2026-2027) Riggin -- American Government 1st Nine Weeks (1st Semester) BLDG

Which statement best represents an economic weakness of the national government under the Articles of Confederation?

Answer
A
The national government was unable to collect taxes.
B
National and state taxes combined were too high for most citizens to pay.
C
Congress set different tax rates for each state, leading to conflict.
D
States refused to collect taxes on behalf of the national government.
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