In a federal political system, how is authority distributed?
A. It is always vested in a bicameral legislature.
B. It is divided between the central government and regional or subdivisional governments.
C. It is bestowed upon the central government, with no power being granted to the regional governments.
D. It is concentrated in a unicameral legislature within a strong central government.
E. It is exercised by the national government only insofar as these powers are granted by the states.
Answer: B
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