Apex which idea is a fundamental principle of the articles of confederation? a) citizens giving up state citizenship to gain national citizenship b) concentration of power in the central government c) free speech for private citizens but not law makers d) sovereignty and independence of the states

The answer is: D) sovereignty and independence of the states

Prior to the creation of articles of confederation, the right to create taxation rate is given to the Congress. This make it hard for the states government to oversee its budget. After the creation of articles of confederation, the states had the power to regulate their own taxation. This create sovereignty and independence of the states

i believe the answer is d. it was not uncommon for people to faint or even convulse at these high-energy meetings.