Exploring the Central Government of the United States

What is the term commonly used to refer to the central government of the United States?

A. Confederal system

B. Caretaker government

C. Federal government

D. Subnational system

E. Apex government

Answer:

C. Federal government

Explanation:

The central or federal government of the United States of America has three branches:

Legislative: Makes and passes laws

Executive: Executes or enforces the laws

Judicial: Checks how the laws are being applied.

The powers to these branches are given by the constitution, the President, and the federal courts.

Hence, the term commonly used to refer to the central government of the United States is the Federal government.