American Government CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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What is the term for the system of government where power is divided between a central government and regional governments?

Democracy.
Monarchy.
Federalism.
Totalitarianism.

The correct answer is: Federalism.

A, Democracy is a form of government in which citizens have the power to choose their leaders and make decisions through voting. This system does not necessarily involve power being divided between a central and regional governments. B, Monarchy is a form of government in which a single ruler holds all political power and authority. While this system does involve a central government, the power is not divided between central and regional governments. D, Totalitarianism is a system of government in which the state holds total power over the society and seeks to control all aspects of public and private life. This system does not involve any division of power between central and regional governments. Therefore, the correct answer is C, Federalism, as it specifically refers to a form of government in which power is divided between a central government and regional governments. This allows for a balance of power between the two levels of government