Problem: In our federal system, which of the following characterizes the normal federal/state/local relationship? O Local governments are creatures of their state government and, thus have only those powers granted them by their state O The federal government is presumed to have residual powers ie: those not granted state or local government or not expressly prohibited it. O States are creatures of the federal government and, thus have only powers expressly granted them by the federal govemment O Because local units are closest to the people , local government has all governmental powers not expressly prohibited by the us Constitution