In the Australian system, what does federalism mean and how are powers distributed?

• A. Federalism divides powers between the Commonwealth and the states; exclusive, concurrent, and residual powers; examples include defence for the Commonwealth and education for states.
• B. All powers are shared equally between the Commonwealth and states.
• C. Only the Commonwealth has power; states have none.
• D. The Governor-General controls all state powers.

Answer: (A)