Questions: Which of the following is a difference between federal and unitary systems of government? A In a unitary system, there are no subnational governments (B) In a unitary system, subnational governments may declare their independence. (C) In a federal system, subnational governments cannot spend money without national permission. (D) In a federal system, subnational governments may maintain their own police forces and militias. (E) In a federal system, subnational governments may conclude treaties with other countries.

The answer is (D) In a federal system, subnational governments may maintain their own police forces and militias.

This statement is incorrect. In a unitary system, subnational governments do exist, but they derive their authority from the central government and can be altered or abolished by it.

This is incorrect. In a unitary system, subnational governments do not have the authority to declare independence as they are subordinate to the central government.

This is incorrect. In a federal system, subnational governments typically have the power to manage their own budgets and spend money within their jurisdiction without needing national permission, although there may be some restrictions.

This is correct. In a federal system, subnational governments often have the authority to maintain their own police forces and, in some cases, militias, as part of their powers to ensure local law and order.

This is incorrect. In a federal system, the power to conclude treaties with other countries is typically reserved for the national government. Subnational governments do not have this authority.