Question

Why was it very difficult to get laws passed under the Articles of Confederation?

Answer 1

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Explanation:

Option B, Nine of the states had to agree before a law was passed, is the right answer.

The first constitutional agreement which was made between the thirteen American states was represented in the Articles of Confederation. It became a necessity for the newly freed American colonies to get united after the American Revolution. There were some challenges in ruling the newly freed nations under Articles of Confederation. To name a few, the Congress which was the central government then, was formed with the delegates chosen by the states. They could conduct conduct international affairs, declare war, coin money, and establish post offices etc. However, bills legislated by Congress had to be favored by 9 of the 13 states.