Question

excerpt from the u.s. constitution - article i section 8
the congress shall have power to lay and collect taxes, duties, imposts and excises.
16 how does this provision address a significant weakness of the articles of confederation?
a it establishes a judicial process for resolving tax disputes.
b it limits the states ability to regulate commerce independently.
c it grants the national government the authority to raise revenue directly.
d it ensures that taxation decisions require unanimous consent from the states.

Explanation:

The Articles of Confederation had a key weakness: the national government lacked the power to tax, relying on states for funds. The provision grants Congress the power to tax, directly addressing this by enabling the national government to raise revenue independently.

Answer:

C. It grants the national government the authority to raise revenue directly.