Which statement describes the role of the national government in a federal system? A The national government must ratify all local policy matters. B The national government has taken over must state powers. C The national government must keep a few minor reserved powers. D The national government balances the power of the states.

Which of the following is an executive check on the powers of the judicial branch of government? a. presides over senate during hearing to impeach the president b. enforces term limits for supreme court justices c. nominates supreme court justices and federal judges d. casts tie-breaking vote if the supreme court cannot reach a verdict