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In short, what were the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation?
1. Unicameral Legistlature
2. Weak central Government
3. Congress did not have the power to tax
4. Unanimous approval of states required to amend Articles
5. Major laws required 9/13 approval
6. Congress did not have the power to regulate commerce
7. Created a loose confederation of independent states (Important)
8. No Judicial branch
9. No Executive
2. Weak central Government
3. Congress did not have the power to tax
4. Unanimous approval of states required to amend Articles
5. Major laws required 9/13 approval
6. Congress did not have the power to regulate commerce
7. Created a loose confederation of independent states (Important)
8. No Judicial branch
9. No Executive
Flashcard info:
Author: Trixdawabbit
Main topic: Politics
Topic: General
School / Univ.: UGA
City: Athens
Published: 03.03.2010