Which was the biggest flaw in the articles of confederation? a) it did not provide for an independent federal judiciary. b) states did not have equal representation in the federal government. c) states did not have proportional representation in the federal government. d) it created a weak federal government with no powers to impose taxes or regulate trade. e) it failed to align states’ economic and political interests.

The correct answer is D) It created a weak federal government with no powers to impose taxes or regulate trade.

The Articles of Confederation was the first constitution adopted by the newly independent American states. The structure of this constitution gave much of the power to the state governments. This was caused by the perceived abuse of power by King George III when the Americaans were still part of the British Empire. Many Americans were weary of a strong federal government.

Due to this fear, the Articles of Confederation created a federal government with almost no power. This constitution did not allow the federal government to raise taxes, regulate trade, or even force states to follow laws passed by the federal government. Ultimately, this constitution is replaced with the US Constitution we use today after roughly 10 years of use.