What was a major failing of the united states government under the articles of confederation?

The major downfall of the Articles of Confederation was simply weakness. The federal government, under the Articles, was too weak to enforce their laws and therefore had no power. The Continental Congress had borrowed money to fight the Revolutionary War and could not repay their debts.Oct 20, 2014

i thinl it is the 1st answer

to tell the truth it is a mix of the a and d because after the romans argued among themselves outside forces took control however it is mostly d.