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__________________, as stated in the Virginia Resolutions, is the theory that a state can protect itself from the federal government by assuming the authority to overturn any laws it feels encroaches on the rights of its citizens or state interests.

a. Interposition
b. Sedition
c. States’ Rights
d. Nullification

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Answer:

the answer is D. nullification

Step-by-step explanation:

The Kentucky Resolution argued the idea of the states' ablility to declare a federal law invalid. This became know as nullification.

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D, Nullification is the correct answer. If you don't believe me though just look up the definition. Hope this helps :)
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