Question

Which of the following BEST fits the definition of loose constructionism?

A.
a strict understanding of powers granted to the federal government
B.
a belief that states laws are always more powerful than the Constitution
C.
an expansive understanding of powers granted to the federal government
D.
a belief that the Constitution should never be used to interpret modern political issues

Answer 1

The answer is A.) a strict understanding of powers granted to the federal government. also if you were looking up this question Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of loose constructionism?

A.

equal protection for all

B.

using the literal meaning of the Constitution

C.

a wide, expansive understanding of federal powers

D.

necessary and proper adjustments to the Constitution

and it brought you here the answer is

B .) Using the literal meaning of the constitution

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Answer 2

The correct answer is C

Step-by-step explanation:

I took the test and c was correct