Dillon's Rule:
A. granted extensive powers to municipalities.
B. provided for a strict interpretation of the charter in determining a municipality's powers.
C. provided for a loose interpretation of the charter in determining a municipality's powers.
D. provided for a strict interpretation of the charter in determining a school district's powers.
Answer: B
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