What was the historical significance of the 2008 U. S. presidential election? A)
It represented progress toward racial equality.
B)
It demonstrated the significance of third parties.
C)
The results were determined by the judicial branch.
D)
The winner was elected by an overwhelming majority.

Two of these describe "federalism." (choose two answers) select one or more: a. the national government absolutely controls all state governments. b. power is shared by the national and state governments. c. state governments exercise absolute power over the national government. d. it is a compromise meant to eliminate the disadvantages of a "unitary" and a "confederate" system.