What was the effect of many decisions of the Supreme Court under Chief Justice Marshall, including McCulloch v. Maryland and Gibbons v. Ogden?

a. The actual power of the federal government increased significantly.
b. The potential power of the federal government was broadened.
c. The power of the federal government was dramatically limited.
d. The power of the state governments was increased.
e. Municipalities were granted more powers and responsibilities.


ANS: B

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