alleryWhat is power shared between higher and lower tiers of government called?
AHorizontal distribution
BChecks and balances
CVertical division of power
DCoalition government
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Vertical division of power
Power divided between state or national tiers and local tiers is called vertical division.
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