From 1789 to 1865, the most significant issue of federalism was
A. the application of the Bill of Rights to action by the state governments.
B. whether the states would accept the lawful authority of the national government.
C. whether business trusts would be regulated primarily by the states or by the national government.
D. whether the states would respect the sovereignty of neighboring states.
E. laissez-faire capitalism.
Answer: B