Question

Select the weaknesses of the central government under the Articles of Confederation . Select all that apply.

A.Central

government could not declare war

B.central government could not settle trade disputes between states

C.central government could not enforce its own laws D.central government could not coin and borrow money E.central government could not operate post offices

F.central government count not negotiate or sign treaties G.central government could not raise taxes

(Select all that apply)

Answer 1

B.central government could not settle trade disputes between states.

C.central government could not enforce its own laws.

D.central government could not coin and borrow money.

G.central government could not raise taxes.

Step-by-step explanation:

Option B, C, G, and D were the weaknesses of the central government under the Articles of Confederation. The central government had numerous weaknesses under the Articles of Confederation. It could not enforce any laws without the consent of 9 out of the 13 thirteen states. In other words, it had no real executive power.

The central government was prohibited from participating in trade and commerce affairs and, therefore, could not settle trade disputes among states nor negotiate any treaties. Moreover, the central government had no power in matters regarding to taxation and coining of money.