The relationship between states and local governments follows from the fact that states have a _________ system of government.
A)confederacy
B)unitary
C)federal
D)federation

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States have a unitary system of government in relation to local governments because the local governments derive their power and authority from the state, rather than having an independent basis for their authority as would be the case in a federal system.

The Relationship Between States and Local Governments Follows from the Fact