What are enumerated powers? Implied powers? Reserved powers?

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Ms. D

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Jan 19, 2010, 10:39:06 AM1/19/10
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What are enumerated powers? Implied powers? Reserved powers? Can you
give me an example of each?

Tatyana McAfee

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Jan 19, 2010, 11:45:33 AM1/19/10
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  • Enumerated powers are 17 powers that are specifically listed in the constitution given to the federal government.
  • Reserved powers are saved powers for the states that under the 10th amendment
  • Implied powers are derived from the enumerated powers and necessary and proper clause(congress has the power). 
  • An example of enumerated powers would be declaring war, making agreements with foreign countries and coin money. Reserved powers is when they create standerds, issues drivers licenses and create laws. Implied powers are pretty much the same a enumerated powers.
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