This proved problematic because it prevented the federal government from addressing important economic issues and hindered the development of a strong national economy.
Some specific examples of how the federal government's weakness under the Articles of Confederation caused problems include:
* The inability to regulate interstate commerce led to trade wars between states, with each state trying to protect its own interests at the expense of others. This made it difficult for businesses to operate across state lines and hindered economic growth.
* The federal government's inability to raise revenue meant that it could not pay off its debts from the Revolutionary War or fund other important projects, such as the construction of roads and canals. This led to a loss of confidence in the federal government and made it difficult to attract foreign investment.
* The federal government's weakness also made it difficult to resolve disputes between states and enforce treaties with foreign countries. This led to several conflicts, including the Whiskey Rebellion and the Quasi-War with France.