What 'sprung up' along the route of the transcontinental railroad?

All of the following were weaknesses of the articles of confederation, except: a) the central government was not permitted to regulate state, interstate, or foreign trade. b) the central government was not permitted to borrow money. c) the central government had little ability to regulate money. d) the central government had no ability to tax.

Why did the national government under the articles of confederation face bankruptcy?

Which statement would most likely be made by an opponent of affirmative actions