Question

Match each example with the correct type of Congressional power.

Answer 1

The three types of congressional powers are enumerated, implied, and inherent powers.

1. Enumerated powers are specifically stated in the Constitution.
2. An example of an enumerated power is the power to regulate commerce.
3. Implied powers are not explicitly listed in the Constitution but are inferred as necessary to accomplish the goals of the national government.
4. An example of an implied power is the power to create a national bank, which was deemed necessary to carry out the power to regulate commerce.
5. Inherent powers are assumed to exist because of the country's existence.
6. For example, the power to conduct foreign relations and declare war is assumed to be inherent to a sovereign nation.