What did the Articles of Confederation say about taxing the people?

The central government was allowed to create and enforce taxes for all 13 states.

The central government couldn't collect taxes.

The state governments could create tax laws for the central government to enforce.

Taxing was not allowed anywhere in the new United States.

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Frances Sanchez

10 July, 16:04

What did the Articles of Confederation say about taxing the people?

The central government was allowed to create and enforce taxes for all 13 states.

The central government couldn't collect taxes.

The state governments could create tax laws for the central government to enforce.

Taxing was not allowed anywhere in the new United States.

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Beckett Trevino · Answer 1

The correct answer is The state governments could create tax laws for the central government to enforce.

Explanation: The states, not Congress, had the power to tax. Congress could raise money only by asking the states for funds.