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De­volve

[duh-VAHLV]

Devolve meaning
Hint 1.

The Latin root vol means “to roll.” The prefix de- means “down.”

Hint 2. Sentence to give context:

“States-rights activists often hold the opinion that the Federal Government has overreached its constitutional limitations and would like to see a devolution of governing authority to state governments.”

Which is the best definition of devolve?

A.

To pass something down as an inheritance; or, to improve or elevate something


B.

To hand over leadership voluntarily; or, to create something new and innovative


C.

To transfer power or responsibility; or, to deteriorate


D.

To decline into disorder; or, to retain a central governance


Hint 1.

The Latin root vol means “to roll.” The prefix de- means “down.”

Hint 2. Sentence to give context:

“States-rights activists often hold the opinion that the Federal Government has overreached its constitutional limitations and would like to see a devolution of governing authority to state governments.”

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