I think but am not sure they lead to nothing!
Answer: To avoid any perception of “taxation without representation,” the Articles of Confederation allowed only state governments to levy taxes. ... The country's economic woes were made worse by the fact that the central government also lacked the power to impose tariffs on foreign imports or regulate interstate commerce.
Explanation:
Created a check and balance system.
Alliances were created in reaction to fears of growing military. There was an assumption that no one would attack a country knowing other countries would come to the aid of their alliance. World War I proved a small incident with alliances in place would lead to a deadly war.