Question

Which of the following was a major result of the McCulloch v. Maryland

decision?

(A) It addressed Native American territorial rights.

(B) It stated that the national bank was illegal.

(C) It prevented states from interfering with business contracts.

(D) It enforced the principle that the federal government has authority

over state governments.

(E) It established the federal government’s right to regulate interstate

commerce.

Answer 1

One major result of the McCulloch v. Maryland decision was that "(D) It enforced the principle that the federal government has authority over state governments," since it held that Maryland had no right to tax money or funds created by the federal government.