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Which statement best describes federalism?

A.
It is the authority to make and enforce decisions based on a written constitution.
B.
It is the difference in the functions of the economy's public and private sectors.
C.
It is the division of powers between a national government and the state governments.
D.
It is the use of checks and balances between the three different government branches.

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Answer: C is correct.

Explanation: in confederation states maintain their independence and central power is quite week (its powers are limited). In federation, states have certain autonomy (defined in the constitution). In federation power is divided among several elements (member states of the federation and the federal government) but none of these elements cannot decide to leave the federation, i.e. their powers are limited. Federal arrangement is not the same as decentralized unitary state (Spain, Italy, UK).