17.   what allowed native americans in mexico to settle cities larger than those in areas to the north?           a. the requirement of their religion to have large cities   b. the use of advanced engineering methods learned in asia   c. the development of cities that were built by an earlier civilization   d. the use of farming to feed a larger population

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explanation:

the correct answers are: 1) lay and collect taxes and duties; 2) pay debts; 5) borrow money;   6) regulate commerce with foreign nations.

article 1, section 8. refers to the powers of congress. according to the united states constitution: “the congress shall have the power to lay and collect taxes, duties, imposts, and excises, to pay the debts and provide for the common defense and general welfare of the united states.”