American Government CLEP Prep Practice Exam

Which of the following is an example of a delegated power of the federal government in the United States?

1. Regulating education.

2. Establishing local governments.

3. Printing money.

4. Conducting elections.

The correct answer is: Printing money.

One example of a delegated power of the federal government in the United States is the authority to print money (choice C). This power is explicitly granted to the federal government in the US Constitution. It is not considered a power of the state or local governments, as they do not have the ability to create their own currency. Choices A, B, and D are all examples of powers granted to state or local governments, also known as reserved powers. While the federal government has some influence and oversight in these areas, ultimately the states have the power to regulate education, establish local governments, and conduct elections within their own borders. Therefore, these choices are incorrect because they are not examples of delegated powers of the federal government.