Which of the following was NOT a power of the national government under the Articles of Confederation?
a. full authority over foreign affairs
b. the right to levy taxes on trade and commerce
c. control of government in the western territories
d. authority to coin money, run a postal service, and direct Indian affairs
Ans: b. the right to levy taxes on trade and commerce
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