The elastic clause (Necessary and Proper Clause) is found in:

A Amendment 1

B Article I, Section 8

C Article III

D Amendment 14

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 gives Congress implied powers to make laws "necessary and proper" to execute its enumerated powers.

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "The elastic clause (Necessary and Proper Clause) is found in:" is Option B: Article I, Section 8.

The other options — A) Amendment 1, C) Article III, D) Amendment 14 — are incorrect for this CLEP Exam Prep question. As explained above: Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 gives Congress implied powers to make laws "necessary and proper" to execute its enumerated powers.

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The elastic clause (Necessary and Proper Clause) is found in:

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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