How has the doctrine of implied powers increased the power of Congress?

A. It has allowed Congress to overrule executive decisions.

B. It allows Congress to create laws to carry out its duties.

C. It declares congressional actions "the supreme law of the land."

D. It has allowed Congress the power to declare war.

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8 September, 21:57

How has the doctrine of implied powers increased the power of Congress?

A. It has allowed Congress to overrule executive decisions.

B. It allows Congress to create laws to carry out its duties.

C. It declares congressional actions "the supreme law of the land."

D. It has allowed Congress the power to declare war.

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Paula Lang · Answer 1

It determined that Congress had not only the powers expressly conferred upon it by the Constitution but also all authority "appropriate" to carry out such powers.