Question

Which of the following is an example of a delegated power?

state government passes a tax to pay for highway maintenance

state government orders the local governments to enforce a law

national government creates an air force division of the military

national government passes a law that lowers rates of taxation

Answer 1

Delegated powers are constitutional powers assigned to one government agency, but delegated to another agency with express permission. One example of a delegated power would be the Food and Drug Administration. The power to create this bureaucracy was given to the executive branch by Congress. The power to create laws regarding commerce resides within the legislative branch, but the FDA is able to make regulations through delegated power.

state government orders the local governments to enforce a law national

Answer 2

Thanks that makes more sense now!

Answer 3

Anytime.

Answer 4

Printing money....APEX!!