In a cost-benefit analysis, costs and benefits can also be referred to
strengths and weaknesses.
pros and cons.
highs and lows.
gains and losses.

All of the following were weaknesses of the articles of confederation, except: a) the central government was not permitted to regulate state, interstate, or foreign trade. b) the central government was not permitted to borrow money. c) the central government had little ability to regulate money. d) the central government had no ability to tax.