Which of the following is true of social contract theory?
a. It views the consent of the people as the source of legitimate governmental authority.
b. It views political power as being held by a few individuals in leadership positions in large businesses.
c. It argues that public opinion should have a minimal influence on government policy.
d. It played no role in the thinking of the founders of American democracy.
Question 2
In Federalist 10, James Madison __________.
a. says that public opinion is impossible to measure
b. argues that conflict and disagreement were inevitable in the American political system
c. maintains that individuals are typically willing to forego self-interest to pursue the common good
d. argues that public opinion should always dictate the decisions of elected officials
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