Question

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which statement best describes how federalism changed as a result of the federal governments response to the great depression?

a. the system of federalism remained relatively unchanged because the federal government took little action to resolve the economic crisis.

b. the system of federalism expanded, as the federal government established more concrete distinctions between the powers of the states and those of the federal government.

c. a system of dual federalism emerged, as the powers of individual state governments grew to match the powers of the federal government.

d. a system of cooperative federalism emerged, as the powers of the federal government expanded.

Explanation:

• Option A is incorrect because the federal government (via New Deal programs) took significant action during the Great Depression.
• Option B is incorrect as the New Deal led to more shared functions between state and federal governments, not clearer distinctions.
• Option C is incorrect because dual federalism emphasizes separate spheres, while the Great Depression response saw federal power expand and more cooperation, not state power matching federal in a dual sense.
• Option D is correct: The New Deal introduced many federal programs (e.g., Social Security, public works) that increased federal power and led to cooperative federalism, where state and federal governments worked together on economic recovery, with the federal government taking a larger role.

Answer:

D. A system of cooperative federalism emerged, as the powers of the federal government expanded.