Which statement best describes the articles of confederation and the union they created? a. the articles of confederation established the united states' first national court system, which forced individual states to join together and adopt the same laws. b. the articles of confederation contained the first assertion of the united states' independence from britain, which lead to the outbreak of the revolutionary war. c. the articles of confederation changed the government of the united states, dismantling individual state governments in favor of a strong central government. d. the articles of confederation were the united states' first constitution, which joined original 13 states under a central government with limited power.

D. The Articles of Confederation were the United States' first constitution, which joined original 13 states under a central government with limited power.

Explanation:

The Articles of Confederation and Perpetual Union. It establishes the name of the confederation in "The United States of America" and says that it is a "Perpetual Union."

It affirms the priority of the separate states over the government of the confederation. "Each State retains its sovereignty, freedom and independence, as well as all its power, jurisdiction and right not expressly delegated by this Confederation ..." Establishes the United States as a league of the United States for its common defense, the protection of its freedoms and their mutual and general well-being.

It limits the powers of the central government to direct foreign relations and declare war. No state can have an army or army and cannot declare war without permission from Congress. The expenses of the United States will be financed with funds raised by local congresses according to the value of their property.

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