Which of the following was a power granted to the national government under the Articles of Confederation?
A) Regulate commerce
B) Collect taxes
C) Establish courts
D) Establish a draft
E) Establish a national money system

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Under the Articles of Confederation, the national government had the power to establish courts. The Articles granted limited powers to the central government, focusing on matters of national importance while leaving most powers to the states. Establishing courts was one of the few powers the national government had, as it did not have the authority to regulate commerce, collect taxes directly, establish a draft, or create a unified national currency system.

Which of the Following Was a Power Granted to the National