Question

which of the following powers is a concurrent power shared by both the federal government and the state governments? a. making treaties or forming alliances with foreign governments b. regulating public utilities such as gas or electric power c. levying and collecting taxes from businesses and citizens d. collecting duties or tariffs on imported goods

Explanation:

Concurrent powers are those shared by federal and state governments. Option A is an exclusive federal power (foreign affairs). Option B is typically a state/local power. Option D is an exclusive federal power (international trade regulation). Only levying and collecting taxes is a power both levels of government exercise.

Answer:

C. levying and collecting taxes from businesses and citizens