Which is the best definition of federalism? a. federalism enables the states and the national government to share power. b. federalism creates the separation of powers between the three branches of government. c. federalism encourages the practice of direct democracy at the state level rather than the national level. d. federalism provides for the regular election of state and national officials. e. federalism gives congress powers that were not originally enumerated in the constitution.

A.Federalism enables the national government and states to share powers.

Different powers are given to both governments- such as the national governments can declare war and state governments can issue driver licences.

Federalism is a mode of government. In this mode, it is combined the a general or national government which detains the central power (the federal government) and the regional governments of cities, provinces, states and so on.

Considering that, the correct answer must be:

A. Federalism enables the states and the national government to share power.