What economic power did the national government have under the articles of confederation?

Very little

Explanation: The Articles of Confederation were purposely restrictive in terms of governmental power. They were written right after the American War for Independence. This contributed directly to the lack of power given to the government. They had just fought what they believed to be an oppressive tyrannical government in England and they did not want a repeat. An example of the lack of power in the Articles is that taxation was impossible by the government.

The correct answer is none.

Explanation:

Under the Articles of Confederation the goverments was not allowed to impose taxes which led to the goverment no to have money to pay any debts or continue infrastructure and development.

they were citizens but they could not vote and they did could not get involved into a political situation during that time.