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Mr.Thesaxman

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on: Jul 9, 2018
Why did the founders of the United States opt for representative democracy instead of the Athenian model of direct democracy?
 
  A) They believed that citizen participation was unnecessary in governance.
  B) They preferred a republic headed by a king or queen.
  C) They were against a government based on the consent of the governed.
  D) They thought that the rights of the minority would be ignored.
  E) They opined that the masses would not be able to decide what would be right for themselves.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of a public service provided by the government?
 
  A) Influencing the morality of individuals
  B) Resolving religious conflicts
  C) Imposing taxes on individuals
  D) Preserving national parks
  E) Choosing religious leaders


ecox1012

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Reply #1 on: Jul 9, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

D


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