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What is the purpose of the 10th Amendment?

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  • • Powers not given to the federal government belong to the states or to the people

Why This Matters

The 10th Amendment reserves all powers not specifically given to the federal government to the states or people, limiting federal power.

Memory Tip

10th Amendment = states keep powers not given to federal government.

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System of Government(American Government)

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