Expressed powers are those that are___ A. specifically granted in the Constitution. B. held by both the federal government and the states. C. considered the basis for the “necessary and proper” clause. D. inferior compared to powers directly given by Congress.

B.held by both the federal government and the states.

Explanation:

I think it's B but if it's wrong don't quote me.

the triple alliance. germany and austria-hungary were already allies by 1879 when, worried about a threat from russia, they formed the dual alliance. italy joined the group in 1882. there was a concern about a possible attack from france and the alliance needed powerful friends to defend it.