Why did the authors of the Articles of Confederation create a weak central government?

A. To create an efficient form of government

B. To establish an authoritarian government

C. To preserve the independence of the states

D. To establish a direct democracy

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Carlie Powell

29 October, 11:30

Why did the authors of the Articles of Confederation create a weak central government?

A. To create an efficient form of government

B. To establish an authoritarian government

C. To preserve the independence of the states

D. To establish a direct democracy

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Harold Haynes · Answer 1

C. To preserve the independence of the states

They did not want a strong central government; to prevent the oppression experienced under British rule

Why did the authors of the Articles of Confederation create a weak central government?A. To create an efficient form of governmentB. To establish an authoritarian governmentC. To preserve the independence of the statesD. To establish a direct democracy

Why did the authors of the Articles of Confederation create a weak central government?

A. To create an efficient form of government

B. To establish an authoritarian government

C. To preserve the independence of the states

D. To establish a direct democracy