What type of power is exercised by government entities that is not explicitly stated in the Constitution?

The correct answer is implied power. This type of power refers to those authorities that are not explicitly listed in the Constitution but are necessary for the government to effectively carry out its expressed powers. The concept of implied powers arises from the Necessary and Proper Clause, also known as the Elastic Clause, found in Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution. This clause grants Congress the authority to pass laws that are necessary and proper for executing its enumerated powers, enabling flexibility in governance.

Implied powers allow the government to adapt to changing circumstances and address issues that the framers of the Constitution may not have anticipated. For example, the establishment of a national bank is often cited as an instance of implied power, as the Constitution does not explicitly authorize such a bank, but it is deemed necessary for managing the nation’s finances effectively.

The other terms mentioned, such as expressed powers, refer to powers specifically enumerated in the Constitution (like the power to levy taxes or regulate commerce), inherent powers are those that the government naturally possesses by virtue of being a sovereign state, and concurrent powers are those that are shared by both national and state governments (like the power to tax). These concepts are distinct from implied powers, which uniquely expand governmental authority through interpretation of the Constitution