Which of the following statements about federalism is accurate?

A. In a federal system, neither of the levels of government has any ability to affect the other one.
B. In a federal system, neither level of government completely controls the other and as such each has significant room for independent action.
C. In a federal system, the national government is completely autonomous while the state governments have limited autonomy.
D. In a federal system, the national government is completely subordinated to the political interests and economic needs of the states.


Answer: B

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