Which article addresses state-to-state relations and requires states to respect each other's laws?

• A. Article 3
• B. Article 4
• C. Article 5
• D. Article 7

Answer: (B)

The idea being tested is how states relate to one another and recognize each other’s laws. This is addressed by the part of the Constitution that contains the Full Faith and Credit Clause, which requires each state to honor the public acts, records, and judicial proceedings of other states. In practical terms, that means a law, court judgment, or official record valid in one state is generally recognized and given effect in other states. This keeps legal actions and records consistent across the country, helping things like cross-state marriages, court orders, and public records to be respected wherever you go. Other provisions deal with different purposes—how the federal government is structured, how amendments are added, or how the Constitution is ratified—so they don’t govern cross-state recognition the same way.