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What are concurrent powers?

powers granted solely to state governments
powers granted to the national government
powers transferred between government leaders
powers shared between national and state governments

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Concurrent powers are powers in nations with a federal system of government that are shared by both the State and the federal government. They may be exercised simultaneously within the same territory and in relation to the same body of citizens.
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Concurrent powers are powers shared between national and state governments.
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