Question

question 4 of 10
the federalists believed that the federal government should have the power to:
a. collect taxes.
b. publish a national newspaper.
c. limit freedoms.
d. appoint a president.

Explanation:

Federalists favored a strong central government. They believed the federal government should have the power to collect taxes to fund its operations and pay debts, which was crucial for a stable nation - state. They did not advocate for the federal government to publish a national newspaper, limit freedoms, or appoint a president (the Electoral College system was in place for presidential selection).

Answer:

A. collect taxes.