Question

during the 1780s, the united states faced problems due to weaknesses of the articles of confederation. these problems led to the drafting of the u.s. constitution in 1787.
match the quotes from the constitution below to the problem that it was designed to address.
\the congress shall have power... to regulate commerce with foreign nations, and among the several states.\
\the executive power shall be vested in a president of the united states of america.\

1. unresolved disputes between states
2. outstanding revolutionary - war debt

Explanation:

The Articles of Confederation had no power to regulate commerce, causing trade issues between states and with foreign nations. The first quote gives Congress power to regulate commerce, addressing this problem. The Articles of Confederation also lacked a strong - executive, and the second quote creates an executive in the form of a President to centralize power and address issues more effectively.

Answer:

"The Congress shall have Power... To regulate Commerce with foreign Nations, and among the several States." - Lack of national commerce - regulation under Articles of Confederation
"The executive Power shall be vested in a President of the United States of America." - Lack of a strong executive under Articles of Confederation