Why Is It Critical for a Government to Be Recognized

question 62

Multiple Choice

Why is it critical for a government to be recognized as legitimate by its people?

• A) Legitimacy is required in order for a government to shift toward a more authoritarian style of governing.
• B) Legitimacy gives the appearance of a strong government and helps ward off foreign attacks.
• C) Legitimacy helps a government expand its power and influence in times of need or crisis.
• D) Legitimacy is what gives the government the right and ability to make and enforce rules.

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Definitions:

Statute of Frauds

A legal principle requiring certain types of contracts to be written and signed to be enforceable.

Merger Clause

A contract provision that states the written contract represents the complete and final agreement between the parties, superseding all prior negotiations.

Parol Evidence Rule

A legal principle that prevents parties in a contract dispute from presenting evidence of prior or contemporaneous oral agreements that would contradict the written terms of the contract.

Writing Requirement

A legal principle that certain agreements or contracts must be in writing to be legally binding, especially relevant in real estate transactions and contracts that cannot be performed within one year.