Which of the following describes the government system of federalism? A: the states are independent with little to hold them together B: power is divided between the federal government and the states C: most power is held by state government D: most power is held by the national gov

The answer is B. Federalism is when powers are divided between the federal and state governments.

For example,

The federal government can wage war, control taxes, etc.

State governments can control taxes for their state only, ratify amendments, control their education system.

Another specific example is:

The federal government demands that you go to school but, the state government chooses what to teach you and what grade to teach that subject in