What was a major problem with the central government under the Articles of Confederation?

1-The central government could collect unlimited taxes from the people.

2-The president could make decisions without Congress's approval.

3-Congress depended on the states for raising funds and defense.

4-Citizens were not able to elect representatives to Congress.

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Essence Wu

15 December, 09:46

What was a major problem with the central government under the Articles of Confederation?

1-The central government could collect unlimited taxes from the people.

2-The president could make decisions without Congress's approval.

3-Congress depended on the states for raising funds and defense.

4-Citizens were not able to elect representatives to Congress.

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Janet Maynard · Answer 1

One of the major problems with the central government under the Articles of Confederation was that " Congress depended on the states for raising funds and defense," since the national government had not power to tax the states itself.