Question

why did the framers of the constitution give congress the power to declare war instead of the president? this question is worth 10 point(s) they thought the president would be too slow to act they wanted the military to have more control they distrusted concentrated power in one individual they believed congress was more efficient

Explanation:

The framers of the Constitution aimed to prevent tyranny by separating powers. Giving the war declaration power to Congress (a collective body) instead of the President (a single individual) reflected their distrust of concentrated authority, ensuring checks on executive power.

Answer:

They distrusted concentrated power in one individual