In a federal system of government, power is

divided between the national government and the staties.

held by one person who makes all the decisions.

held by a central government that makes decisions.

divided equally between all state governments

Option A, divided between the national government and the states.

Explanation:

The options that don't make sense are: Option B, C, D

The option that makes sense is: Option A, divided between the national government and the states.

Answer: Option A, divided between the national government and the states.

In a federal system of government, power is divideddivided between the national government and the states.

Explanation:

The Federal system of government is the type that consists of two-component units, the federal government at the center and states government. Also, each component unit derives its powers as outlined in the constitution.

However, a federal system of government has three divisions or arms which functions are based on the provisions of the constitution.

The three tiers are:

The Executive (the main function is to execute the laws of the land) The Legislature (the main function is to make laws) The Judiciary (the main function is to interpret the constitution)

The functions of each of the tiers of government define the principles of checks and balances. In other words, each of the branches is designed in a way that no one is powerful more than the other.