Excerpt from the McCulloch v. Maryland Decision This government is acknowledged by all to be one of enumerated powers. The principle, that it can exercise only the powers granted to it, [is] now universally admitted. But the question respecting the extent of the powers actually granted, is perpetually arising, and will probably continue to arise, as long as our system shall exist. . . .
Among the enumerated powers, we do not find that of establishing a bank or creating a corporation. But there is no phrase in the instrument which, like the articles of confederation, excludes incidental or implied powers; and which requires that everything granted shall be expressly and minutely described.

Why did the Court allow the creation of a national bank in this case?
A.
The Court ruled that the state banks were weak and ineffectual.
B.
The Court ruled that the Constitution allowed national supremacy over the states.
C.
The Court believed that too many state banks would create another financial crisis.
D.
The Court believed that the national bank would improve the country’s lending power.