The Doctrine That Society Is Based on an Agreement Between

question 43

Multiple Choice

The doctrine that society is based on an agreement between government and the governed,in which people agree to give up some rights in exchange for the protection of others,is called ______.

• A) elite democracy
• B) pluralistic democracy
• C) social democracy
• D) the social contract
• E) the state of nature

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Definitions:

Adaptation-Level Phenomenon

The psychological principle that states individuals judge new experiences based on their past experiences.

James-Lange Theory

A theory suggesting that emotions are the result of physiological reactions to events.

Catharsis Hypothesis

The theory that expressing or experiencing strong emotions releases them and reduces their impact, leading to relief.

Aggressive Urges

Innate or learned desires to act or react in a hostile, forceful, or violent manner towards oneself or others.