Which of these best describes the relationshipsame among the federal government, the states, the citizens as described in the co
nstitution? a. States retain most of the powers; the Federal Government relies on the cooperation of the states; and some rights are guaranteed to citizens
b. Both Federal and state powers are clearly defined; other rights are reserved to the people
c. The states and Federal Government share power, with the people providing the checks and balances
d. The Federal Government’s powers are defined; other rights are reserved for the states and the people.
It was the first democratic government to be established in the colonies, and it<span> was the first formal framework of government established in what is now the United States.</span>
