4x How does the elastic clause of the Constitution allow the government to stretch its powers to meet new needs of the nation? A By granting the Supreme Court the power of judicial review in constitutional cases B By dividing government power among the legislative, executive and judicial branches C By limiting the power of the president to appoint government officials without approval D By giving Congress the right to exercise powers not specifically listed in the Constitution

The correct answer is:<br /><br />D. By giving Congress the right to exercise powers not specifically listed in the Constitution<br /><br />The Elastic Clause, also known as the Necessary and Proper Clause, is found in Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 of the U.S. Constitution. It grants Congress the authority to pass all laws necessary and proper for carrying out the enumerated list of powers. This allows the government to adapt and address new and unforeseen issues by stretching its powers beyond those explicitly stated in the Constitution.